IPIX Joins Public-Private Partnership to Advance Mission of DHS

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RESTON, Va. – Dec. 5th, 2005 – IPIX Corporation (NASDAQ: IPIX), a premier supplier of digital surveillance and immersive imaging solutions, announced today it has joined the Homeland Security & Defense Business Council, a non-partisan, not-for-profit organization comprised of leading companies focused on helping the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) achieve its mission.

"IPIX is an important addition to the Homeland Security & Defense Business Council's growing membership of technology leaders and top suppliers to the homeland security sector," said Michael Meldon, executive director of the Council. "IPIX's leadership and expertise in the field of video surveillance and its successful deployment of immersive technology at critical infrastructure will bring important insight to the Council and the ongoing work of DHS."

"We are pleased to bring IPIX's technical expertise in immersive imaging and best-in-class video surveillance technologies to the free-flowing dialogue the Council promotes between DHS and industry," said Clara Conti, IPIX president and chief executive officer. "As a principal member of the Council, IPIX looks forward to working with DHS to help advance the most effective security programs to protect the homeland and safeguard the American public. We believe the war on terror can only be won by bringing together the very best minds in the public and private sectors. We are delighted and honored to be part of this important initiative."

IPIX has significant experience in the government homeland security sector. The company was recently awarded a Department of Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) to research and build the world's highest resolution video camera. IPIX's 360-degree cameras have also been used to provide security at the recent U.S. presidential inauguration and G8 Summit in Georgia.

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About IPIX

IPIX Corporation is a premium provider of immersive imaging products for government and commercial applications. We combine experience, patented technology and strategic partnerships to deliver visual intelligence solutions worldwide. Our immersive, 360-degree imaging technology has been used to create high-resolution digital still photography and video products for surveillance, visual documentation and forensic analysis. www.ipix.com

About Homeland Security & Defense Business Council

The Homeland Security & Defense Business Council (the Council) is a non-profit, non-partisan organization that advances the agenda of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) by creating a forum for senior executives, among DHS' leading suppliers and providers, to engage in open and honest dialogue with senior government officials about homeland security objectives and challenges. The Council works closely with the DHS and Capitol Hill to provide private sector best practices and thought leadership to shape better policy in support of the mission of the DHS. www.homelandcouncil.org

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