BioRxiv MCP Server
BasicThe bioRxiv MCP Server enables AI assistants to search and access bioRxiv papers via a simple Model Context Protocol interface, providing programmatic access to biology preprints and their metadata. Users can clone the repository from GitHub and use it to query for papers or metadata.
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Overview
The bioRxiv MCP Server enables AI assistants to search and access bioRxiv papers via a simple Model Context Protocol interface, providing programmatic access to biology preprints and their metadata. Users can clone the repository from GitHub and use it to query for papers or metadata.
Installation
1Install the package
npx
Clone the repository and install dependencies using Python.2Add to Claude
Add this configuration to your claude_desktop_config.json:
claude_desktop_config.json
{
"mcpServers": {
"biorxiv-mcp-server": {
"command": "npx",
"args": [
"-y",
"Clone the repository and install dependencies using Python."
]
}
}
}3Verify installation
Restart Claude Desktop, then ask:
"What tools do you have available from BioRxiv MCP Server?"
Prerequisites
- Node.js 18 or higher
- npm or npx available
- Claude Desktop or Claude API access
Configuration
No configuration required. This server works out of the box.
Usage Examples
List Resources
"What resources are available in BioRxiv MCP Server?"
Claude will query available resources and return a list of what you can access.
Get Details
"Show me details about [specific item] in BioRxiv MCP Server"
Claude will fetch and display detailed information about the requested item.
Create New
"Create a new [item] in BioRxiv MCP Server with [details]"
Claude will use the appropriate tool to create the resource and confirm success.
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