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Connecting to Remote BioMCP

This guide walks you through connecting Claude to the remote BioMCP server, providing instant access to biomedical research tools without any local installation.

Overview

The remote BioMCP server (https://remote.biomcp.org/mcp) provides cloud-hosted access to all BioMCP tools. This eliminates the need for local installation while maintaining full functionality.

!!! success "Benefits of Remote Connection" - No Installation Required: Start using BioMCP immediately - Always Up-to-Date: Automatically receive the latest features and improvements - Cloud-Powered: Leverage server-side resources for faster searches - Secure Authentication: Uses Google OAuth for secure access

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Step-by-Step Setup

Step 1: Access Custom Connectors

Navigate to the Custom Connectors section in your Claude interface. This is where you'll configure the connection to BioMCP.

Navigate to Custom Connectors

Step 2: Add Custom Connector

Click the Add Custom Connector button and enter the following details:

  • Name: BioMCP
  • URL: https://remote.biomcp.org/mcp

Add Custom Connector Dialog

Step 3: Verify Connector is Enabled

After adding, you should see BioMCP listed with an "Enabled" status. This confirms the connector was added successfully.

Connector Enabled Status

Step 4: Connect to BioMCP

Return to the main Connectors section where you'll now see BioMCP available for connection. Click the Connect button.

Connect to BioMCP

Step 5: Authenticate with Google

You'll be redirected to Google OAuth for authentication. Sign in with any valid Google account. This step ensures secure access to the service.

Google OAuth Authentication

!!! note "Authentication" - Any valid Google account works - Your email is logged for service improvement - Authentication is handled securely through Google OAuth

Step 6: Connection Success

Once authenticated, you'll see a successful connection message displaying the available tool count. As of January 2025, there are 23 tools available (this number may increase as new features are added).

Successful Connection

Verifying Your Connection

After successful connection, you can verify BioMCP is working by asking Claude:

What tools do you have available from BioMCP?

Claude should list the available tools including:

  • Article search and retrieval (PubMed/PubTator3)
  • Clinical trials search (ClinicalTrials.gov and NCI)
  • Variant analysis (MyVariant.info)
  • Gene, drug, and disease information
  • Sequential thinking for complex research

Troubleshooting

Connection Failed

  • Ensure you entered the URL exactly as shown: https://remote.biomcp.org/mcp
  • Check your internet connection
  • Try disconnecting and reconnecting

Authentication Issues

  • Make sure you're using a valid Google account
  • Clear your browser cache if authentication hangs
  • Try using a different browser if issues persist

Tools Not Available

  • Disconnect and reconnect to BioMCP
  • Refresh your Claude session
  • Contact support if tools remain unavailable

Next Steps

Now that you're connected to BioMCP, you can:

  1. Search biomedical literature: "Find recent papers on BRAF mutations in melanoma"
  2. Analyze clinical trials: "What trials are recruiting for lung cancer with EGFR mutations?"
  3. Interpret variants: "What is the clinical significance of TP53 p.R273H?"
  4. Explore drug information: "Tell me about pembrolizumab's mechanism and indications"

Support

For issues or questions about the remote BioMCP connection: