In the Wake:
The Silent Drift of Environmental Neurotoxins
In the Wake: The Silent Drift of Environmental Neurotoxins is a collaboration between artist Kendra Sollars and scientist Dr. Brittany Krzyzanowski. The work uses maps, light, and movement to show how certain environmental contaminants can travel through air, water, and soil, and how research has linked some of these exposures to increased rates of Parkinson’s disease. The maps are based on real locations where these toxins have been studied, transforming scientific data into something you can see and experience.
By making the invisible visible, In the Wake invites reflection and conversation about how our surroundings shape our health, and how awareness can lead to healthier futures.
Dimensions: 50 1/2″ W x 15 1/2″ H x 2 5/8″ D
Price: $10,000
Artist:
Kendra Sollars is a Tempe-based interdisciplinary artist whose work spans video, light, performance, and public installation. A former synchronized swimmer and Cirque du Soleil performer, she translates movement and form into immersive artworks exploring humanity’s interconnectedness with the natural world, blending organic and digital elements to evoke reflection, reverence, and responsibility.
Researcher:
Dr. Krzyzanowski, Assistant Professor at Barrow Neurological Institute, uses Geographic Information Science to study how environmental toxins influence Parkinson disease. By integrating patient data with pollution and chemical exposure maps, her research reveals national and regional patterns that inform targeted cleanup efforts and strategies to reduce disease risk.