Kegg Database
Access and query KEGG pathway data via a streamlined interface powered by microck's AI agent for metabolic insights.
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Run in terminal (recommended)
claude mcp add microck-kegg-database npx -- -y @trustedskills/microck-kegg-database
Or manually add to ~/.claude/settings.json
{
"mcpServers": {
"microck-kegg-database": {
"command": "npx",
"args": [
"-y",
"@trustedskills/microck-kegg-database"
]
}
}
}Requires Claude Code (claude CLI). Run claude --version to verify your install.
About This Skill
What it does
This skill provides access to and querying capabilities for the KEGG (Kyoto Encyclopedia of Genes and Genomes) database. It allows users to retrieve information about biological pathways, genes, proteins, and other molecular entities described within KEGG's curated knowledge base. The skill can be used to explore metabolic networks or identify associated compounds.
When to use it
- Researching a specific disease pathway: Identify the key genes and proteins involved in a particular disease based on KEGG data.
- Analyzing drug targets: Determine potential drug targets by examining pathways affected by known compounds within KEGG.
- Understanding metabolic processes: Investigate how different metabolites interact within a biological system using KEGG's curated pathways.
- Exploring gene function: Discover the functions of specific genes by linking them to relevant KEGG pathways and associated entities.
Key capabilities
- Access to KEGG database information
- Querying for pathway data
- Retrieval of gene/protein details
- Identification of metabolic compounds
Example prompts
- "What is the KEGG pathway ID for glycolysis?"
- "Show me all genes involved in the 'Citrate Cycle' pathway."
- “Find information about compound HMB (beta-hydroxybutyrate) in KEGG.”
Tips & gotchas
KEGG database terminology can be specialized. Familiarity with basic biological concepts and KEGG nomenclature will improve query results.
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