WELCOME LETTER.

• Author: Simpson, Brandi

Welcome to the 2020 BioUtah Life Sciences Magazine. This year's theme, Taking on COVID-19, highlights the exceptional efforts of Utah's life sciences industry to combat the virus, protect public health, and mitigate damage to the economy.

Our cover story on BioFire Diagnostics takes an in-depth look at how this Utah company has revolutionized infectious disease diagnostics and is now using their technology to respond to the pandemic. Inside, you'll also see how other life sciences companies in the state are making a difference--from testing supplies and diagnostics, to therapeutics and PPE--they've stepped up.

Importantly, at the heart of this work is our industry's enduring passion for pushing the boundaries of science to improve and save lives. In Utah today, more than 1,000 life sciences companies are engaged in developing and distributing new...