NIOX® Heritage
Over 29 years of FeNO testing innovation
At NIOX® we are proud to be the pioneers behind commercial FeNO testing!
Discover the FeNO by NIOX® story:
1989
Discovery of NO in biology
The importance of nitric oxide was established in the late 1980s when scientists discovered this tiny molecule had signalling properties. Their work would eventually lead to a Nobel Prize.
1991
Discovery that NO is present in exhaled breath
Researchers at the Karolinska Institute in Sweden identified the presence of NO in human lungs.
1992
NO is molecule of the year
Science magazine names NO its Molecule of the Year, citing the versatility and importance of the gas.
1993
Discovery that NO is increased in asthma patients
Scientists demonstrate that asthma patients exhale increased levels of NO.
1994
Discovery that NO is decreased after steriod therapy in asthma
A reduction in NO after steroid therapy in asthma patients is uncovered for the first time.
1998
Nobel prize for the discovery of NO as a signalling molecule
The Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine was awarded for discoveries concerning NO as a signalling molecule.
NO Discoveries:
1988-1998
1998
Creation of 'NIOX®'
The scientists that discovered FeNO and it's link to asthma start a company called Aerocrine AB in 1997 and launched the first FeNO device for commercial use in 1998.
2000
The next generation: NIOX® Flex
NIOX FLEX® receives approval as a medical device in Europe, enhancing testing capabilities for healthcare professionals in the diagnosis and management of asthma.
2005
NIOX MINO®: The world's first portable FeNO device
The introduction of NIOX MINO® offers users a hand-held, portable FeNO analyser for the first time.
2005
Introduction of ERS and ATS joint standards of FeNO testing
The European Respiratory Society (ERS) and the American Thoracic Society (ATS) publish a joint recommendation on the standardisation of FeNO and nasal NO (nNO) measurement techniques.
NIOX® Founded:
1998-2008
2011
ATS Guidleines on Interpreting FeNO
The ATS guidelines are released with individual cut-off points for asthma diagnosis and management with FeNO.
2013
NIOX VERO® Launched
NIOX® releases the new NIOX VERO®, designed on user feedback, NIOX VERO® becomes the flagship FeNO testing device.
2017
NIOX® Nasal introduced for nNO testing
NIOX VERO® introduces the nasal application for the measurement of nNO, bringing new options for the diagnosis of primary ciliary dyskinesia (PCD).
2018
FeNO testing recognised in GINA
For the first time, GINA recognises the importance of FeNO testing to help assess the Type 2 phenotype and select the right biologic in severe asthma patients.
2019
ARTP Award Winner
NIOX® wins Small Diagnostic Manufacturer of the Year 2019 from the Association for Respiratory Technology and Physiology (ARTP).
2020
Medtech Award: Winner
NIOX VERO® wins MedTech Award for the Most Advanced Asthma Solution 2020
2021
40 million FeNO tests with NIOX®
Over 40 million FeNO tests have been performed with NIOX® technology, a major milestone.
2021
Healthcare and Pharmaceutical Awards: Winner
NIOX® takes home Global Leaders in FeNO Testing 2021 at the Global Health and Pharma Awards.
2021
technology Awards: Winner
NIOX VERO® is named Most Innovative Asthma Management Technology 2021 at the Global Health and Pharma Awards.
2022
M&A Today - Global Awards: Winner
NIOX® is awarded Best FeNO Testing Provider at the M&A Today Global Awards 2022.
2022
AI Research and Development Award: Winner
NIOX® wins Leaders in FeNO Testing Technology Development at the AI Research & Development Awards 2022.
2023
50 million FeNO tests with NIOX®
At NIOX® we are dedicated to transforming asthma care. That’s why we are excited to announce 50 million FeNO tests have now been performed with NIOX® technology!
FeNO by NIOX®:
2008-2023
Celebrating
25 Years of NIOX®
In 2023 we are proud to celebrate 25 years of NIOX® technology. From a chance discovery to millions of tests peformed, learn more about the full NIOX® story here.
25 Years of NIOX®:
2023
2024
55 Million FeNO tests performed with NIOX®
Another key milestone reached! We are delighted to share that 55 million FeNO tests have been performed with NIOX® Technology.
The future of FeNO:
Today
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