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Ephys

MCP server · by happyc0der

Developer Tools Python v0.5.1

Read-only analysis of intracortical BCI recordings (NWB, DANDI, WAV): spikes, PSTHs, decoding, plots

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Install

Run one of the commands below, then add the client config underneath.

Pythonuvx ephys-mcp

Client configuration

Paste into Claude Desktop, Cursor (mcp.json), VS Code or any MCP client, then restart the client.

mcpServers{
  "mcpServers": {
    "ephys-mcp": {
      "command": "uvx",
      "args": [
        "ephys-mcp"
      ]
    }
  }
}

About this server

Ephys is listed in the Developer Tools category of the MCPNav directory. It is distributed as Python and can be loaded by any client that speaks the Model Context Protocol.

Typical uses include giving your assistant scoped access to the corresponding service so it can answer questions and take actions with real data instead of guessing. Always review what a server can access before you enable it — see our MCP security guide.

Frequently asked questions

What is the Ephys MCP server?

Ephys is an MCP server by happyc0der. Read-only analysis of intracortical BCI recordings (NWB, DANDI, WAV): spikes, PSTHs, decoding, plots

How do I install Ephys?

Install it with: uvx ephys-mcp. Then add the JSON config to your client's MCP settings and restart the client.

Is Ephys free to use?

The MCP server itself is free to install. The source is public on https://github.com/happyc0der/ephys-mcp. Any third-party API it calls (such as a search or maps API) may require its own key and billing.

Which clients support Ephys?

Any MCP-compatible client can use it, including Claude Desktop, Cursor, VS Code, Windsurf and custom agents.