cbioportal-database

Query the cBioPortal REST API for cancer genomics mutations, CNAs, and expression data.

1|Updated Mar 4, 2026
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/Hung-3008/agusta --skill cbioportal-database-hung-3008
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
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Skill: cbioportal-database
Source: https://github.com/Hung-3008/agusta/tree/main/.agents/skills/cbioportal-database
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/Hung-3008/agusta --skill cbioportal-database-hung-3008

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

The skill provides a unified way to access cancer genomics data from cBioPortal, enabling researchers to query somatic mutations, copy-number alterations, gene expression, and clinical associations across hundreds of cancer studies without manual data gathering.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • REST API access to studies, molecular profiles, mutations, CNAs, mRNA expression, and clinical data.
  • Pan-study and pan-cancer exploration to compare alteration frequencies and survival associations.
  • Use cases include target validation, oncogene/tumor-suppressor analysis, and patient-level genomic profiling across TCGA, GENIE, and other studies.

Quick Start

Query a study's mutations for a gene using the REST API to return a mutation list.

Frequently Asked Questions about cbioportal-database

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

FAQPage Schema
How do I query cancer genomics data from cBioPortal without an API key?▼

You can query cancer genomics data from cBioPortal without an API key by using the REST API to fetch mutations, copy-number alterations, and clinical attributes by specifying Entrez gene IDs, study profiles, and sample lists.

What is pan-cancer analysis and how does it compare alteration frequencies across studies?▼

Pan-cancer analysis compares alteration frequencies and survival associations across hundreds of cancer studies like TCGA and GENIE, allowing researchers to explore oncogene and tumor-suppressor patterns at a broad scale.

Can I retrieve mRNA expression and clinical survival data from TCGA studies?▼

Yes, you can retrieve mRNA expression and clinical survival data from TCGA studies by querying the cBioPortal REST API for molecular profiles and clinical attributes without requiring an API key.

Do I need an API key to access cBioPortal molecular profiles and clinical data?▼

No, you do not need an API key to access cBioPortal molecular profiles and clinical data; the REST API allows direct querying of mutations, CNAs, and expression data using study identifiers and Entrez gene IDs.

What's the best way to analyze somatic mutations and copy-number alterations for target validation?▼

The best way to analyze somatic mutations and copy-number alterations for target validation is querying cBioPortal's REST API across studies like MSK-IMPACT to fetch mutation lists and compare gene alterations.

How do I fetch mutations for a specific gene using Entrez gene IDs in cBioPortal?▼

To fetch mutations for a specific gene, query the cBioPortal REST API using the Entrez gene ID alongside the desired study and molecular profile identifiers to return a detailed mutation list.