Cotton: The Fabric of OUR lives?

I was duly impressed when flipping through the past week of CNN articles. One scientist somehow claims that thirteen year olds are less likely to binge drink if eighteen year olds can do so legally. I suppose that's why scientists don't run the White House.

But one scientifically based article did catch my eye. It appears that a Cornell student has found a way to create a sort of 'nanofabric' that would repel germs. My first thought: oh wow, like the new Tide pens, except on hippy hardcore overdrive.

But I continued to be impressed. Apparently these 'nanoparticles' that the clothing is infused with are so small that you feel the same as you would in a cotton T-shirt. Lounging around the house in your normal garb, instead of a Jetson-like space suit. More assurance, perhaps I shall delve into this trend.

....or NOT. Just like with those pesky telecommercials, you have to read the fine print. Except this print might not seem so 'fine' You yourself can have a fabric swatch the same as Olivia Ong - for a small price of one thousand easy payments of $9.99. That's right folks, this Cornell student's experiment cost a whopping 10K. I'll stick to the Old Navy clearance rack if you don't mind.

But don't take my word for it. Decide yourself if Ong's fashion line is worth your savings:

http://www.cnn.com/2007/TECH/10/03/nanotextiles/index.html?iref=newssearch