Bring Doe Research
to Claude Code
Learn how to connect OSTI (DOE Scientific Research) to Claude Code and start using 6 AI agent tools in minutes. Fully managed, enterprise secure, and ready to use without writing a single line of code.
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What is the OSTI (DOE Scientific Research) MCP Server?
Connect to the Office of Scientific and Technical Information (OSTI) to query the US Department of Energy's vast research output. This MCP server allows AI agents to navigate millions of research records and datasets through natural conversation.
What you can do
- Research Search — Query OSTI.GOV for publications, reports, and conference papers using authors, titles, or specific identifiers.
- Dataset Discovery — Search the DOE Data Explorer specifically for scientific datasets and retrieve detailed metadata for data-driven insights.
- Record Inspection — Fetch comprehensive bibliographic data and full-text availability for specific records using unique OSTI IDs.
- DOI Management — Reserve and submit Digital Object Identifiers (DOIs) via the E-Link API for DOE-funded scientific research and data.
- Advanced Filtering — Narrow down results by sponsoring organization, research organization, or specific publication date ranges.
How it works
- Subscribe to this server
- (Optional) Enter your OSTI E-Link Token for DOI reservation and submission features
- Start searching and analyzing scientific data directly from Claude, Cursor, or any MCP client
Who is this for?
- Researchers & Academics — quickly find relevant DOE-funded literature and datasets without manual portal searching
- Data Scientists — discover and inspect metadata for scientific datasets to fuel analysis and modeling
- Grant Administrators — manage DOI registrations and verify record submissions for funded projects
Built-in capabilities (6)
Get a single DOE Data Explorer record by ID
Get a single OSTI.GOV record by ID
Requires minimal metadata. Reserve a DOI via E-Link API
Search DOE Data Explorer records (datasets)
Search OSTI.GOV records
Submit/Update a record and register DOI via E-Link API
Why Claude Code?
Claude Code registers OSTI (DOE Scientific Research) as an MCP server in a single terminal command. Once connected, Claude Code discovers all 6 tools at runtime and can call them headlessly. ideal for CI/CD pipelines, cron jobs, and automated workflows where OSTI (DOE Scientific Research) data drives decisions without human intervention.
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Single-command setup:
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Terminal-native workflow means MCP tools integrate seamlessly into shell scripts, CI/CD pipelines, and automated DevOps tasks
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Claude Code runs headlessly, enabling unattended batch processing using OSTI (DOE Scientific Research) tools in cron jobs or deployment scripts
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Built by the same team that created the MCP protocol, ensuring first-class compatibility and the fastest adoption of new protocol features
OSTI (DOE Scientific Research) in Claude Code
OSTI (DOE Scientific Research) and 4,000+ other MCP servers. One platform. One governance layer.
Teams that connect OSTI (DOE Scientific Research) to Claude Code through Vinkius don't need to source, host, or maintain individual MCP servers. Every tool call runs inside a hardened runtime with credential isolation, DLP, and a signed audit chain.
Raw MCP | Vinkius | |
|---|---|---|
| Server catalog | Find and host yourself | 4,000+ managed |
| Infrastructure | Self-hosted | Sandboxed V8 isolates |
| Credential handling | Plaintext in config | Vault + runtime injection |
| Data loss prevention | None | Configurable DLP policies |
| Kill switch | None | Global instant shutdown |
| Financial circuit breakers | None | Per-server limits + alerts |
| Audit trail | None | Ed25519 signed logs |
| SIEM log streaming | None | Splunk, Datadog, Webhook |
| Honeytokens | None | Canary alerts on leak |
| Custom domains | Not applicable | DNS challenge verified |
| GDPR compliance | Manual effort | Automated purge + export |
Why teams choose Vinkius for OSTI (DOE Scientific Research) in Claude Code
The OSTI (DOE Scientific Research) MCP Server runs on Vinkius-managed infrastructure inside AWS — a purpose-built runtime with per-request V8 isolates, Ed25519 signed audit chains, and sub-40ms cold starts. All 6 tools execute in hardened sandboxes optimized for native MCP execution.
Your AI agents in Claude Code only access the data you authorize, with DLP that blocks sensitive information from ever reaching the model, kill switch for instant shutdown, and up to 60% token savings. Enterprise-grade infrastructure, zero maintenance.
* Every MCP server runs on Vinkius-managed infrastructure inside AWS - a purpose-built runtime with per-request V8 isolates, Ed25519 signed audit chains, and sub-40ms cold starts optimized for native MCP execution. See our infrastructure
How Vinkius secures
OSTI (DOE Scientific Research) for Claude Code
Every tool call from Claude Code to the OSTI (DOE Scientific Research) MCP Server is protected by DLP redaction, cryptographic audit chains, V8 sandbox isolation, kill switch, and financial circuit breakers.
Frequently asked questions
How can I search for research papers by a specific author?
You can use the search_osti_records tool and provide the author's name in the author parameter. The agent will return a list of matching records from the OSTI.GOV repository.
What is the difference between searching OSTI records and Data Explorer records?
Use search_osti_records for general research information like publications and reports. Use search_data_explorer_records specifically when you are looking for scientific datasets.
Can I reserve a DOI for my research before it is public?
Yes, if you have an E-Link token, you can use the reserve_doi action. You'll need to provide the title, product type, and your site ownership code.
How do I add an MCP server to Claude Code?
Run claude mcp add <name> --transport http "<url>" in your terminal. Claude Code registers the server and discovers all tools immediately.
Can Claude Code run MCP tools in headless mode?
Yes. Claude Code supports non-interactive execution, making it ideal for scripts, cron jobs, and CI/CD pipelines that need MCP tool access.
How do I list all connected MCP servers?
Run claude mcp in your terminal to see all registered servers and their status, or type /mcp inside an active Claude Code session.
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