Thousands of genes stick to each ball, and the combination is loaded into a "gene gun"--two small stainless-steel chambers and a vacuum pump--that uses compressed helium.

FORBES: Millions Served

Thousands of genes stick to each ball, and the combination is loaded into a "gene gun, " which consists of two small stainless steel chambers and a vacuum pump.

FORBES: Millions Served

Self-contained vacuum, pump and filter system works without suction lines or other modifications to existing systems.

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Michael used a nifty three-gallon pump and a vacuum.

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