Pathway Introduction Expert
Generates comprehensive academic introductions for biological pathways, including signaling processes, markers, and inhibitors. Use when the user asks to introduce a pathway, molecule, or gene.
SKILL.md
When to Use
- Use this skill when the request matches its documented task boundary.
- Use it when the user can provide the required inputs and expects a structured deliverable.
- Prefer this skill for repeatable, checklist-driven execution rather than open-ended brainstorming.
Key Features
- Scope-focused workflow aligned to: Generates comprehensive academic introductions for biological pathways, including signaling processes, markers, and inhibitors. Use when the user asks to introduce a pathway, molecule, or gene.
- Packaged executable path(s):
scripts/validate_skill.py. - Structured execution path designed to keep outputs consistent and reviewable.
Dependencies
Python:3.10+. Repository baseline for current packaged skills.Third-party packages:not explicitly version-pinned in this skill package. Add pinned versions if this skill needs stricter environment control.
Example Usage
cd "20260316/scientific-skills/Evidence Insight/pathway-introduction-expert"
python -m py_compile scripts/validate_skill.py
python scripts/validate_skill.py --help
Example run plan:
- Confirm the user input, output path, and any required config values.
- Edit the in-file
CONFIGblock or documented parameters if the script uses fixed settings. - Run
python scripts/validate_skill.pywith the validated inputs. - Review the generated output and return the final artifact with any assumptions called out.
Implementation Details
See ## Workflow above for related details.
- Execution model: validate the request, choose the packaged workflow, and produce a bounded deliverable.
- Input controls: confirm the source files, scope limits, output format, and acceptance criteria before running any script.
- Primary implementation surface:
scripts/validate_skill.py. - Parameters to clarify first: input path, output path, scope filters, thresholds, and any domain-specific constraints.
- Output discipline: keep results reproducible, identify assumptions explicitly, and avoid undocumented side effects.
Validation Shortcut
Run this minimal command first to verify the supported execution path:
python scripts/validate_skill.py --help
Pathway Introduction Expert
Workflow
- Analyze the Request: Identify if the user is asking about a specific Pathway, Molecule, or Gene.
- Generate Report:
- Follow the Content Requirements and Output Format below strictly.
- If the input is a Molecule/Gene, list 5 related pathways first, then choose the most relevant one to introduce.
- If the input is a Pathway, introduce it directly.
Content Requirements
1. General Introduction
- Focus: Protein interactions and signaling processes.
- Length: No less than 500 words.
- Logic:
- Pathway Input: Introduce directly.
- Molecule/Gene Input: List 5 related pathways, then CHOOSE 1 most relevant pathway to introduce.
2. Markers and Key Genes
- List all markers and key genes.
- Provide brief introductions for each.
- Crucial: Describe their detection forms.
3. Agonists and Inhibitors
- List all known agonists.
- List all known inhibitors.
Output Format (Strict)
You MUST answer in Chinese. Translate the following structure and headers into Chinese for the final output:
I. Pathway Introduction
(Content...)
II. Markers and Key Genes
1. Molecule Name; Introduction; Detection Form
2. Molecule Name; Introduction; Detection Form
...
n. Molecule Name; Introduction; Detection Form
III. Agonists and Inhibitors
1. Agonists:
a.
b.
...
2. Inhibitors:
a.
b.
...
Example (Structure Reference)
I. Pathway Introduction: The MAPK (Mitogen-Activated Protein Kinase) pathway is a signaling pathway widely present in cells... (Content continues)...
II. Markers: a) ERK1/2 pathway: Ras, Raf... Name Detection Form ERK1/2 Phosphorylation ...
III. Agonists and Inhibitors
- Agonists: a) Growth factors...
- Inhibitors: a) ERK1/2 pathway inhibitors: U0126...
When Not to Use
- Do not use this skill when the required source data, identifiers, files, or credentials are missing.
- Do not use this skill when the user asks for fabricated results, unsupported claims, or out-of-scope conclusions.
- Do not use this skill when a simpler direct answer is more appropriate than the documented workflow.
Required Inputs
- A clearly specified task goal aligned with the documented scope.
- All required files, identifiers, parameters, or environment variables before execution.
- Any domain constraints, formatting requirements, and expected output destination if applicable.
Output Contract
- Return a structured deliverable that is directly usable without reformatting.
- If a file is produced, prefer a deterministic output name such as
pathway_introduction_expert_result.mdunless the skill documentation defines a better convention. - Include a short validation summary describing what was checked, what assumptions were made, and any remaining limitations.
Validation and Safety Rules
- Validate required inputs before execution and stop early when mandatory fields or files are missing.
- Do not fabricate measurements, references, findings, or conclusions that are not supported by the provided source material.
- Emit a clear warning when credentials, privacy constraints, safety boundaries, or unsupported requests affect the result.
- Keep the output safe, reproducible, and within the documented scope at all times.
Failure Handling
- If validation fails, explain the exact missing field, file, or parameter and show the minimum fix required.
- If an external dependency or script fails, surface the command path, likely cause, and the next recovery step.
- If partial output is returned, label it clearly and identify which checks could not be completed.
Quick Validation
Run this minimal verification path before full execution when possible:
No local script validation step is required for this skill.
Expected output format:
Result file: pathway_introduction_expert_result.md
Validation summary: PASS/FAIL with brief notes
Assumptions: explicit list if any
Deterministic Output Rules
- Use the same section order for every supported request of this skill.
- Keep output field names stable and do not rename documented keys across examples.
- If a value is unavailable, emit an explicit placeholder instead of omitting the field.
Completion Checklist
- Confirm all required inputs were present and valid.
- Confirm the supported execution path completed without unresolved errors.
- Confirm the final deliverable matches the documented format exactly.
- Confirm assumptions, limitations, and warnings are surfaced explicitly.