# Stanford bioRxiv MCP for AI Agents AI Agent Connect > Stanford bioRxiv MCP connects your AI client to the bioRxiv and medRxiv preprint repositories. It lets you pull the latest research in biology and health sciences, find specific papers by DOI, and track how manuscripts evolve from preprints to peer-reviewed publications. It's built for anyone who needs to stay ahead of the curve in scientific research. ## Overview - **Category:** education - **Price:** Free - **Endpoint:** https://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_R8JxkmJPzevAgvqw4i4OtBkJf9wep0OP4RxsB1tR/ai-agent-connect - **Tags:** biorxiv, medrxiv, preprints, biology, health-sciences, neuroscience, genomics ## Description You can now give your AI client a direct line to the latest scientific breakthroughs before they hit the major journals. This Connector lets you pull data from both bioRxiv and medRxiv, which are the go-to spots for preprints in biology and health sciences. Instead of manually scouring multiple websites to find a specific study on cancer biology or genomics, you can just ask your agent to find the latest papers in a specific category or date range. You can also dig into the details of a specific paper using its DOI to get abstracts and license info, or see how a manuscript has changed through different versions. If a preprint eventually gets published, you can track down the final journal citation and date without hunting through archives. It's a huge time saver for anyone who needs to stay current on the cutting edge of science. You'll find it's much easier to keep your research updated when you have a direct way to query these repositories from your existing tools. Vinkius makes it easy to plug this into your workflow so you can focus on the science rather than the search. ## Tools ### get_published_version Get the specific journal citation and DOI for a preprint that has completed peer review. Use this to find the final, official version of a study. ### search_epidemiology Search for public health, disease surveillance, and outbreak analysis papers. It's the best way to find recent epidemiology and health policy data. ### search_by_category Filter research papers by specific fields like genomics, immunology, or biochemistry. This helps you narrow down results to your specific niche. ### get_preprint Get the title, abstract, and author info for a specific preprint using its DOI. This helps you quickly grab the core content of a paper without leaving your chat. ### get_preprint_versions View the full revision history of a manuscript to see how the text has evolved over time. It's useful for seeing how authors refined their data. ### get_published_tracking Find out if a preprint has been published in a journal and get the publication date. This helps you map the journey from preprint to peer review. ### get_recent_biorxiv Pull the latest biology preprints from the last 7 days to see what's new today. It's the fastest way to stay current on biological research. ### get_recent_medrxiv Get the latest health science and clinical medicine preprints from the past week. This is critical for monitoring emerging health research. ### search_biorxiv Browse bioRxiv papers by specific date ranges and pagination cursors. You can look through large batches of recent biology research. ### search_by_institution Find preprints based on the institution of the corresponding author. Use this to see which universities or labs are leading in specific fields. ### search_cancer Browse preprints specifically related to cancer biology and drug resistance. This is a dedicated filter for oncology and tumor research. ### search_cell_biology Look for research on cell signaling, stem cells, and cellular mechanisms. This tool targets core cell biology and organelle research. ### search_genomics Find papers on genome sequencing, gene regulation, and computational genomics. This covers the core disciplines of modern genetic research. ### search_immunology Browse research on vaccine development, host-pathogen interactions, and immunotherapy. This helps you find the latest in microbiology and immunology. ### search_medrxiv Browse medRxiv preprints by date range for clinical and public health research. Use this to find the latest health science data from a specific timeframe. ### search_neuroscience Search for the latest research on brain circuits, cognitive science, and neurology. This targets one of the most active categories in bioRxiv. ## Prompt Examples **Prompt:** ``` What are the latest papers on immunology from this week? ``` **Response:** ``` I've found the latest immunology preprints from bioRxiv for this week. Here are the highlights: | Title | Category | Date | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | **Novel Vaccine Response in mRNA Studies** | Immunology | 2024-05-21 | | **Host-Pathogen Interaction in Viral Defense** | Microbiology | 2024-05-22 | | **Immunotherapy for Advanced Oncology** | Immunology | 2024-05-23 | Would you like me to pull the abstracts for any of these? ``` **Prompt:** ``` Has the preprint 10.1101/2024.01.15.575123 been published in a journal yet? ``` **Response:** ``` I've checked the status for that preprint. **Status:** Published - **Journal:** Nature Communications - **Publication Date:** 2024-03-12 - **Citation DOI:** 10.1038/s41467-024-xxxx It has successfully moved through the peer-review process. ``` **Prompt:** ``` Find me some recent preprints on neuroscience from last month. ``` **Response:** ``` I've retrieved the neuroscience preprints from last month. Some notable papers include: * **Neural Circuitry in Cognitive Mapping** (Cell Biology focus) * **Neuroplasticity in Stroke Recovery** (Clinical focus) * **Genomic Markers for Neurodegenerative Disease** I can get the full abstracts or version histories for any of these if you'd like. ``` ## Capabilities ### Pull latest bioRxiv preprints Get the most recent biology research from the last 7 days. ### Search medRxiv archives Find clinical and public health preprints by date or category. ### Track publication status See if a preprint has moved into a peer-reviewed journal. ### Retrieve version history View every revision of a specific manuscript to see how it changed. ### Filter by research category Narrow down results to specific fields like neuroscience or immunology. ### Lookup metadata by DOI Get abstracts and author info for a specific research paper. ## Use Cases ### Tracking a specific study A researcher has a DOI and wants to see if it's been published. They ask the agent to check the publication status using get_published_tracking. ### Literature review A PhD student needs to find every recent paper on immunology. They ask the agent to list the latest preprints in that category using search_by_category. ### News gathering A journalist wants to know what's happening in cancer research this week. They ask for the latest cancer biology preprints using search_cancer. ### Competitive analysis A lab lead wants to see which universities are publishing the most on genomics. They use the institution search to identify trends using search_by_institution. ## Benefits - Get 6 to 12 months ahead of the curve by accessing preprints before they hit journals. - Save hours of manual searching by using search_by_category to find specific research fields. - Track the evolution of a study using get_preprint_versions to see how authors revised their work. - Find the final peer-reviewed version of a study quickly with get_published_version. - Monitor public health trends instantly with get_recent_medrxiv and search_epidemiology. - Identify key research hubs by using search_by_institution to see which labs are leading in specific fields. ## How It Works The bottom line is you get instant access to the newest science without manual searching. 1. Connect your AI client to the Stanford bioRxiv MCP via the Vinkius catalog. 2. Ask your agent to search for specific topics, categories, or date ranges. 3. Get a list of preprints with titles, abstracts, and publication status. ## Frequently Asked Questions **Can the Stanford bioRxiv MCP find papers from both bioRxiv and medRxiv?** Yes, this Connector connects to both major repositories. You can search for biology preprints on bioRxiv or clinical and health science preprints on medRxiv in a single place. **How do I find out if a preprint has been officially published?** You can ask your agent to check the publication status for any specific DOI. It will tell you if the paper has moved to a peer-reviewed journal and provide the citation details. **Can I search for papers by a specific research category?** Absolutely. You can filter results by dozens of categories, including genomics, neuroscience, cancer biology, and immunology, to find exactly what you need. **Is this Connector good for finding the very latest science?** Yes, that is its primary purpose. Because preprints appear 6 to 12 months before journal publication, this is the best way to see the newest research as soon as it's shared. **Can I see how a research paper has changed over time?** Yes, you can view the full revision history of a manuscript. This lets you see how the authors have updated their findings or refined their text through different versions. **Can I search for papers from specific universities?** Yes, the Connector includes institutional metadata. You can use it to find preprints based on the corresponding author's affiliation to see which labs are producing the most work. **Do I need an API key?** No. The bioRxiv and medRxiv APIs are completely free and public. **What is the difference between bioRxiv and medRxiv?** bioRxiv covers biological sciences (neuroscience, genomics, cell biology, ecology, etc.) while medRxiv covers health sciences (clinical research, epidemiology, public health, health systems). **Are preprints peer-reviewed?** No. Preprints are shared before formal peer review. They undergo basic screening but not the full editorial process. This server also tracks which preprints later get published in peer-reviewed journals.