The Barthel lab examines cancer genome evolution in model systems and patient tumors. Currently seeking a computationally inclined graduate student to work on projects in cancer genome assembly and long-read sequencing.

Working at the local, state and national level extending from nonprofit work, hospital systems, primary and higher education and state government with a focus on underserved and under represented communities.

Sears has conducted cardiometabolic disease and cancer research since 1995 and is an internationally recognized expert. The scope of her research activities spans the molecular to population health levels.