About Matrix Design

MatrixDesign was formed in 1993 in Princeton, New Jersey to capitalize on opportunities presented by rapid progress in the fields of genomics, the study of the structure and function of genetic material, and proteomics, the systematic analysis of protein expression in healthy and diseased tissue. These scientific tools are being used to design entirely unique products with enhanced performance in the areas of personal care and wound healing.

The basic genetic database of human biopolymers that give strength and elasticity to the lung, arteries, skin and other tissues can be accessed from the Human Genome Project. The Company supplements this information extensively with a collected private database of genetic sequences from human tissues. This private database guides the design of customized biopolymers such as elastin to increase their performance, strength, utility and appeal.

To manufacture the desired polymers in quantity, their design is incorporated into custom synthesized DNA and the DNA introduced into green plants, such as alfalfa. The plants read the introduced DNA and make the designed polymer in the plant tissues in amounts of up to 1 gram per Kg dry weight of plants. The plants are cultivated hydroponically, harvested and the polymer extracted.

Sophisticated custom designed and manufactured biopolymers such as those developed by Matrix Design are currently not in other personal care ingredients, providing Matrix Design unique opportunities in the marketplace.