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pdb-database

Access RCSB PDB for 3D protein/nucleic acid structures. Search by text/sequence/structure, download coordinates (PDB/mmCIF), retrieve metadata, for structural biology and drug discovery.

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# PDB Database

## Overview

RCSB PDB is the worldwide repository for 3D structural data of biological macromolecules. Search for structures, retrieve coordinates and metadata, perform sequence and structure similarity searches across 200,000+ experimentally determined structures and computed models.

## When to Use This Skill

This skill should be used when:
- Searching for protein or nucleic acid 3D structures by text, sequence, or structural similarity
- Downloading coordinate files in PDB, mmCIF, or BinaryCIF formats
- Retrieving structural metadata, experimental methods, or quality metrics
- Performing batch operations across multiple structures
- Integrating PDB data into computational workflows for drug discovery, protein engineering, or structural biology research