How do I install the alma mcp server?

Use a recorded configuration for your client, replace example credential values and paths, and verify the documented runtime. Restart or reconnect the client, then inspect the available tools.

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Alma MCP Server

A Model Context Protocol (MCP) server that provides comprehensive access to the ALMA (Atacama Large Millimeter/submillimeter Array) archive through a

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What is the Alma MCP Server?

A Model Context Protocol (MCP) server that provides comprehensive access to the ALMA (Atacama Large Millimeter/submillimeter Array) archive through a clean

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Maintainer setup documentation.

Recorded tools

Check the linked publisher documentation and your connected client's tool list. Names and availability can vary with the server version and account permissions.

Tool	What it does
search_alma_by_target	Search by astronomical object name (SIMBAD resolution)
search_alma_by_position	Cone search by RA/Dec coordinates
search_alma_by_proposal	Search by PI name or proposal ID
search_alma_by_frequency	Search by frequency range (GHz)
search_alma_by_resolution	Search by angular resolution (arcsec)
check_alma_line_coverage	Check spectral line coverage with redshift
get_alma_info	ALMA bands, lines, and capabilities reference
run_alma_tap_query	Custom SQL/ADQL queries against TAP
search_alma_by_source_name	Search by PI-specified target name (exact or partial)
search_alma_by_bibliography	Search by bibcode, journal, author, or publication year
search_alma_by_member_ous	Search by Member OUS dataset identifier
search_alma_by_data_type	Search for cubes (spectral) vs images (continuum)
search_alma_by_science_keyword	Search by ALMA science keywords
search_alma_by_abstract	Full-text search in proposal/publication abstracts

How to install the Alma MCP Server

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "alma": {
      "command": "python",
      "args": [
        "c:/Users/Asus/Desktop/Quasar-main/ALMA_MCP/server.py"
      ]
    }
  }
}

From the project documentation. Replace placeholders and example paths before connecting.

Example prompts to try

“Use Alma MCP to search alma by target.”
“Use Alma MCP to search alma by position.”
“Use Alma MCP to search alma by proposal.”

Frequently asked questions

A Model Context Protocol (MCP) server that provides comprehensive access to the ALMA (Atacama Large Millimeter/submillimeter Array) archive through a clean Confirm the tools offered by your installed version in the connected client. Tool availability and permissions depend on the server and account configuration.