Wolfram MCP Server

A Model Context Protocol (MCP) server that connects to the Wolfram Alpha API, providing powerful computational, mathematical, and scientific capabilities to LLMs.

Features

• Natural Language Queries: Ask questions in plain English about math, science, history, and more.
• Multiple Modes:
  • llm: Optimized text responses for AI consumption (default).
  • full: Detailed structured data including images, plots, and step-by-step solutions.
  • short: Concise, single-value answers.
  • simple: Generated images of the result.
• Rich Resources: Includes curated examples for Mathematics, Science, and Finance.
• Robust Validation: Ensures queries are properly formatted and parameters are valid.

Installation

Using npx (Recommended)

You can run the server directly without installation using npx:

npx wolfram-mcp

Global Installation

npm install -g wolfram-mcp

Configuration

The server requires a Wolfram Alpha App ID. You can get one by signing up at the Wolfram Alpha Developer Portal.

Set the WOLFRAM_APP_ID environment variable:

export WOLFRAM_APP_ID=your_app_id_here

Usage with Claude Desktop

Add the following to your claude_desktop_config.json:

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "wolfram": {
      "command": "npx",
      "args": ["-y", "wolfram-mcp"],
      "env": {
        "WOLFRAM_APP_ID": "your_app_id_here"
      }
    }
  }
}

Tools

wolfram_query

Query Wolfram Alpha for information.

Arguments:

• query (string, required): The natural language query (e.g., "integrate sin x", "population of France").
• mode (string, optional): The API mode to use.
  • llm (default): Best for general text answers.
  • full: Best for complex math, plots, and detailed data.
  • short: Best for quick facts.
  • simple: Returns an image.
• maxchars (number, optional): Maximum characters in response (only for llm mode).
• assumption (string, optional): Clarify intent if Wolfram finds ambiguity.

License

ISC