borzoi

Predict RNA-seq, CAGE, DNase, and ChIP tracks from DNA sequences.

288|34|Updated Jul 6, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/PKU-YuanGroup/OpenAI4S --skill borzoi-pku-yuangroup
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Skill: borzoi
Source: https://github.com/PKU-YuanGroup/OpenAI4S/tree/main/skills/borzoi
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/PKU-YuanGroup/OpenAI4S --skill borzoi-pku-yuangroup

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

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What problem does it solve?

Predicts genome-wide functional tracks from DNA sequences for use cases like scoring the regulatory effect of variants on expression/accessibility, generating predicted coverage tracks for a locus, and prioritizing non-coding variants.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Genome-Wide Functional Track Prediction: Use Borzoi to predict RNA-seq, CAGE, DNase, and ChIP tracks.
  • Variant Scoring: Analyze the regulatory effect of variants on expression/accessibility.
  • Predicted Coverage Tracks: Generate tracks to analyze a specific locus.
  • Non-Coding Variant Prioritization: Use predicted track delta to prioritize non-coding variants.
  • Use Case: For a genomic region, you can use Borzoi to predict the functional tracks and then prioritize the variants based on these predictions.

Quick Start

Predict RNA-seq functional tracks for the locus using Borzoi:

from borzoi_pytorch import Borzoi
model = Borzoi.from_pretrained("johahi/borzoi-replicate-0").cuda().eval()

Frequently Asked Questions about borzoi

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

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How do I predict RNA-seq functional tracks from a DNA sequence?▼

To predict RNA-seq functional tracks from DNA sequences, you can use Borzoi by loading the pre-trained model via PyTorch and passing your genomic locus data directly to the model for evaluation.

How do I score the regulatory effect of non-coding genetic variants?▼

You score the regulatory effect of non-coding variants by using DNA sequence predictions to calculate track deltas, prioritizing variants based on their predicted impact on expression and accessibility.

Can I predict CAGE, DNase, and ChIP tracks alongside RNA-seq for genomic research?▼

Yes, genome-wide functional track prediction supports CAGE, DNase, and ChIP tracks simultaneously, allowing you to analyze predicted coverage across multiple genomic regions for comprehensive regulatory analysis.

Do I need a GPU to run variant prioritization and track prediction tasks?▼

Yes, GPU computation is required for DNA sequence processing. The model is designed to be loaded onto a CUDA-enabled GPU using PyTorch to handle genome-wide functional track predictions efficiently.

What is the best way to analyze a specific genomic locus for regulatory effects?▼

The best way to analyze a specific locus is to generate predicted coverage tracks from the DNA sequence, then use these predictions to score and prioritize non-coding variants within that region.

Are there limitations when prioritizing variants using predicted track deltas?▼

Variant prioritization using predicted track deltas relies entirely on DNA sequence inputs, meaning predictions are constrained to supported genomic regions and require GPU resources for execution.