American Biophysics Corp. Unveils Next Generation of New & Improved Mosquito Magnet Traps to Solve Homeowners' Mosquito Problems.

Business Editors

NORTH KINGSTOWN, R.I.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--April 20, 2004

Mosquito Magnet Traps Provide Proven Long-term Solution to

Backyard Mosquito Control

Mosquito experts across the country are gearing up for a heavy mosquito season and taking early precautions against the imminent recurrence and spread of West Nile virus. To help homeowners get a head start on a long-term solution to mosquito and biting insect control in their own backyard, American Biophysics Corp., the leader in insect abatement technology, announced today three new and improved, cordless Mosquito Magnet(R) traps - the Liberty Plus, the Pro and the Pro Plus.

The Mosquito Magnet is an advanced mosquito and biting insect defense system. The next generation of Mosquito Magnet traps is powered solely by a 20-pound propane gas tank and requires no external source of electricity to provide homeowners with 24-hour protection from mosquitoes, no-see-ums, black flies and other biting insects. The traps are strong enough for commercial use, but made to suit homeowner's needs, providing protection in up to a 1 1/2-acre area. The all-new propane-powered Mosquito Magnet traps join existing models that are powered by both electricity and propane gas.

"Our new cordless Mosquito Magnet traps represent the latest advancements in biting insect control," said Raymond Iannetta, President and Chief Executive Officer of American Biophysics Corp. "With a completely redesigned internal system and external design, we've improved upon our original trap by increasing acreage areas and producing a more efficient and effective user-friendly trap that offers mobility, ease of use and greater insect catches."

The patented Mosquito Magnet technology is the result of more than 12 years of extensive scientific research. All Mosquito Magnet traps convert propane gas into carbon dioxide (CO2)), a powerful attractant for biting insects, heat and moisture. They are the ONLY mosquito abatement traps on the market that use patented Counterflow technology(TM), which works by dispersing a plume of CO2, heat and moisture, while simultaneously vacuuming the biting insects into a net where they dehydrate. Independent studies show the Mosquito Magnet is more effective than other mosquito abatement traps on the market, including carbon dioxide- and sonic-based devices.

Sprays, candles and lotions offer only temporary relief from mosquitoes and biting insects. The Mosquito Magnet trap is a long-term solution that is scientifically proven to virtually eliminate mosquitoes from a yard. Once in place, the trap begins catching mosquitoes, no-see-ums, black flies and midges immediately. Within seven to ten days, owners will experience noticeable results and in a four to six week period, the trap dramatically reduces biting insect populations. To interrupt insect breeding cycles and diminish insect populations, Mosquito Magnet traps are designed to operate 24-hours a day and are most effective if started and run continuously once nighttime temperatures are consistently above 50 degrees Fahrenheit.

New Trap Features and Benefits

Ease of use and trap placement is extremely important to achieve results. The new, solely propane powered Mosquito Magnet traps feature an easy 3-step assembly process, a wheeled base and an educational trap placement CD Rom to ensure users maximum efficacy. Constructed of industrial strength plastic and metals, the traps are freestanding units powered by a 20-lb propane tank and have a new state-of-the-art hybrid internal power system designed to emit a cleaner, purer form of CO2, further enticing the biting insects to the trap. The traps have a 50 percent larger net providing greater biting insect catching potential and an advanced icon based diagnostic control panel to help consumers monitor the trap's performance. The Pro and Pro Plus also have an industrial strength solar panel that serves as a back-up energy source along with an audible "gas empty" signal to alert users that the propane needs to be replaced.

The Liberty Plus, the Pro and the Pro Plus trap have MSRP's ranging from $695.00 to $1395.00, and the Mosquito Magnet base models start with an MSRP of $295.00. The traps are available at more than 7,500 retail outlets in the U.S. and Canada including participating Home Depot, Ace Hardware, True Value, Sears, and other fine stores. The Mosquito Magnet is also available through the Frontgate catalog and local propane dealers. For more details on Mosquito Magnet traps, as well as testimonials and independent test results, visit www.mosquitomagnet.com or call toll-free 877-699 TRAP (8727).

About American Biophysics Corp.

American Biophysics Corp, founded in 1991 and headquartered in North Kingstown, RI, is a scientific, research-based company that studies the behavior of biting insects and manufactures biting insect abatement traps for consumer, commercial and government applications. The company was first-to-market with a carbon dioxide-based biting insect abatement trap for commercial use in 1998, and continues to be the leader in biting insect abatement technology.