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...drugs that target specific genes, a tool was needed to isolate each gene and make it easily identifiable. The new GeneChip from Affymetrix does just that. While previous chips each contained a portion of the human genome, the GeneChip is the first to fit the whole thing on one. INVENTOR Affymetrix AVAILABILITY Now, $300 to $500 TO LEARN MORE affymetrix.com
...into the cloth. Luminex is being used in stage costumes, handbags and curtains as well as clothing. The makers are even talking about adding smart chips to the fabric that could make it glow in flashing patterns. Look for a line of silver Luminex pillows from DKNY next year. INVENTOR Luminex AVAILABILITY Now, $330 per yd. TO LEARN MORE luminex.it...
...from commercial fish skins that usually get tossed or turned into chicken feed. The suits are part of a full line of fish-leather apparel (including jackets, skirts and sandals) introduced by a London company this year. And, you'll be happy to learn, there's no fishy smell. INVENTOR Claudia Escobar, Skini AVAILABILITY Now, $335 and up TO LEARN MORE skinilondon.com...
...acetate (think kickballs and teething rings), and the parts are heat fused to prevent cracks or splits. Your child may still trip over his own feet now and then, and let's face it, a hammertoe is often hereditary. At least you'll know you did all you could. INVENTOR Jeff Silverman, Preschoolians AVAILABILITY Now, $25 to $60 a pair TO LEARN MORE preschoolians.com...
...transmitted through vibrations in your teeth and jawbone. What if you're not near any radio stations? The company is recruiting resorts to develop special audio tours, in which canned music or information about the area can be piped to snorkelers from a boat up to 80 yds. away. INVENTOR Amphicom SA AVAILABILITY Now, $129 TO LEARN MORE aquasphereusa.com...