Science
Education
& the Arts
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Rockledge Labs works collaboratively with scientific institutions, educational organizations, and creative communities to advance human knowledge and develop tools to foster a happier, healthier society.
Collaborative Initiatives
Selected projects at the intersection of Art, Science, and Education
49words.org
Produced 49words.org in collaboration with Dr. David Wark, amplifying the power of language and technology to alleviate stress through innovative digital tools.
Medical Research Advisory
Providing personalized research services to help patients navigate complex biomedical topics, bridging the gap between scientific literature and patient understanding through clear, accessible guidance.
Institutional Leadership
Guiding strategic initiatives at educational and research organizations to strengthen their collaborative capacity and interdisciplinary impact.
Founder: Abigail Wark, PhD
Dr. Abigail Wark has dedicated her career to breaking down silos between science, arts, and education. With an academic background spanning neuroscience and genetics and a lifelong passion for arts and education, she brings a unique interdisciplinary approach to problem solving in the name of happier healthier communities.
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Based in Cape Elizabeth, Maine, Dr. Wark has cultivated a deep connection to the Gulf of Maine region, where she champions projects that bridge scientific discovery with data visualization and communication tools aimed for public benefit. Her work demonstrates how the intersection of these fields can fuel meaningful impact for communities and institutions.
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Through Rockledge Labs and her leadership roles, Dr. Wark continues to foster partnerships that strengthen the connections between research institutions, educational organizations, and creative communities, advancing a more integrated approach to knowledge creation and sharing.
Selected Publications
Ectodysplasin Signaling through XEDAR Is Required for Mammary Gland Morphogenesis
Wark AR, Aldea D, Tomizawa RR, Kokalari B, Warder B, Kamberov YG
Journal of Investigative Dermatology (2023) PubMed
miR-128-1 is not required for hair pigmentation in mice
Wark AR, Terman EJ, Tabin CJ
Pigment Cell & Melanoma Research (2017) PubMed
Circles in Human Evolution: The Areola Study
Wark AR (Project Director)
Citizen Science Collaboration with Personal Genome Project Learn More