Agent skill · research science · aiskillstore
pubmed-database
Direct REST API access to PubMed. Advanced Boolean/MeSH queries, E-utilities API, batch processing, citation management. For Python workflows, prefer biopython (Bio.Entrez). Use this for direct HTTP/REST work or custom API implementations.
Why this skill is useful
Provides advanced querying techniques and specific API usage for accessing PubMed data that the AI wouldn't reliably generate on its own.
What it needs
Requires pubmed account access. About 9k tokens when loaded. Last updated 2026-08-07. 405 stars on the source repository.
What this skill does
PubMed Database Overview PubMed is the U.S. National Library of Medicine's comprehensive database providing free access to MEDLINE and life sciences literature. Construct advanced queries with Boolean operators, MeSH terms, and field tags, access data programmatically via E-utilities API for systematic reviews and literature analysis. When to Use This Skill This skill should be used when: Searching for biomedical or life sciences research articles Constructing complex search queries with Boolean operators, field tags, or MeSH terms Conducting systematic literature reviews or meta-analyses Accessing PubMed data programmatically via the E-utilities API Finding articles by specific criteria (author, journal, publication date, article type) Retrieving citation information, abstracts, or full-text articles Working with PMIDs (PubMed IDs) or DOIs Creating automated workflows for literature monitoring or data extraction Core Capabilities 1. Advanced Search Query Construction Construct sophisticated PubMed queries using Boolean operators, field tags, and specialized syntax. Basic Search Strategies: Combine concepts with Boolean operators (AND, OR, NOT) Use field tags to limit searches to specific record parts Employ phrase searching with double quotes for exact matches Apply wildcards for term variations Use proximity searching for terms within specified distances Example Queries: When to consult searchsyntax.md: Need comprehensive list of available field tags Require detailed explanation of search operators Constructing complex proximity searches Understanding automatic term mapping behavior Need specific syntax for date ranges, wildcards, or special characters Grep pattern for field tags: \[au\] \[ti\] \[ab\] \[mh\] \[pt\] \[dp\] 2. MeSH Terms and Controlled Vocabulary Use Medical Subject Headings (MeSH) for precise, consistent searching across the biomedical literature. …
How to use it
Reference it in AdaL, Claude Code, Cursor or any coding agent — nothing to install:
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