Team

Gabe Boyle

Postdoc

Gabe received his BS in neuroscience from Ohio State University in 2016 and his PhD in molecular and cellular biology from the University of Washington in 2023. His doctoral research in Dr. Doug Fowler's lab focused on understanding heterogeneous drug response amongst people and between cell subpopulations. In his current role, he is interested in employing high-throughput methods in genomics, epigenomics and proteomics to study how chemotherapeutics kill cancer cells. By broadening our understanding of drug activity, both anti-cancer and off-target, we can make sure patients are receiving the best treatments for their particular biology. In his free time, Gabe enjoys Brazilian jiu-jitsu; physical therapy to recover from Brazilian jiu-jitsu injuries; and searching for Mothman with his World of Warcraft guild, Mothman Search Team.

Morgan Merrill

Research Scientist

Morgan studied retina development during her undergraduate program. After moving to Seattle, she joined Jim Olson’s lab, where her work focused on protein therapeutics in brain tumors. Morgan is passionate about doing rigorous science that will provide a strong backbone for therapeutic agents brought forward to clinical trial. Morgan loves games of all kinds, from cards to computers. She reads stories about space exploration and overcoming dragons. She spends her free time making things, whether that is baking or looping up knots in yarn.

Jenna Rosinski

Research Scientist

Jenna earned her BS in microbiology from the University of Wisconsin, Madison, in 2020. She then spent four years in the David O’Connor Lab, where she researched the effects of Zika virus infection during pregnancy and explored potential therapeutics. Additionally, she conducted routine metagenomic viral surveillance of the community. In her current role, Jenna continues to unravel the complexities of diseases, such as cancer, through the study of epigenetics. Her other passions include birds, hiking, exploring tide pools, playing Dungeons and Dragons and spending time with her cat, Turnip.

Harini Sadeeshkumar

Postdoc

Harini Sadeeshkumar received her BS in bioengineering from the University of California, Berkeley, and her PhD in the department of Molecular, Cellular and Developmental Biology at Yale University. Her graduate research in Dr. Ron Breaker’s lab focused on the discovery and applications of non-coding gene regulatory RNAs called riboswitches. Following her doctorate, she was passionate about applying her background in RNA biology towards the development of new therapeutics and worked as a scientist at an RNA therapeutics biotech startup. As an Invent Fellow at Children’s, Harini hopes to expand her expertise to include cancer epigenetics and work towards furthering cancer therapies to the clinic. In her free time she enjoys outdoor activities such as hiking and skiing, tennis, and reading novels.

Chao-Jen Wong

Bioinformatician

Chao-Jen received her BA from California State University, Fullerton, and her PhD in applied mathematics from Claremont Graduate University. She began her career in genomic science at the Fred Hutch Cancer Center and joined the Sarthy Lab in late October 2023. Her prior work experience included building infrastructure for Bioconductor Core, conducting computational research on facioscapulohumeral muscular dystrophy (FSHD) and developing software. She enjoys coding and solving mathematical problems on paper. Her other interests include rowing, biking, bodyweight training and walking her dog and children.

Lara Yao

Research Scientist

Lara is a recent graduate of the University of Washington, where she received her BS in neuroscience. In her undergraduate lab, she researched the cGAS-STING pathway and the underlying mechanisms that dictate a cell death or interferon response upon STING activation. In her current role, Lara is assisting with ongoing research to better understand the epigenetics of pediatric cancers. Outside of work, Lara enjoys doing pottery, collecting blind boxes and playing with her cat, Jiji.