bio-techne (formerly techne corp.), nasdaq: tech, is a global life sciences company providing innovative bioactive tools and resources for the research and clinical diagnostic communities. bio-techne products assist scientific investigations into biological processes and the nature and progress of specific diseases. they aid in drug discovery efforts and provide the means for accurate clinical tests and diagnoses. with over 275,000 products in its portfolio, bio-techne generated approximately $358 million in net sales in fy 2014 and has over 1,000 employees worldwide.