Idaho Technology Is Now BioFire Diagnostics

Idaho Technology has changed its company name to BioFire. It more accurately captures its fervor and commitments to deliver innovative solutions for BioSurvelliance and molecular diagnostics, such as the FilmArray.

“As we proudly move forward with this change, our passion burns brighter than ever,” a release from BioFire reads. “We have a new name, and a new look, but we are still the same risk-taking, boundary-pushing company that creates cool products to simplify your life.”

Learn more at the new www.BioFireDX.com.

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