# 50 leading companies with in-house R&D in Paraná

Tamtam tracks 61 companies with in-house R&D headquartered in Paraná. This list ranks the 50 largest by number of employees on LinkedIn, led by Grupo Boticário, Pontifícia Universidade Católica do Paraná and UEL - Universidade Estadual de Londrina. Their median headcount is 795. Half of them were founded in 1979 or later. The most common headquarters are Curitiba (17), São José dos Pinhais (5) and Londrina (4).

These companies in Paraná conduct in-house research and development. The list includes several higher education institutions like Pontifícia Universidade Católica do Paraná, which focuses on educational excellence, and UEL - Universidade Estadual de Londrina, a public university offering a wide range of programs. Other notable companies include Grupo Boticário, a personal care product manufacturer, and Prati-Donaduzzi, a pharmaceutical manufacturer known for its focus on innovation.

The data shows a strong presence of both public and private higher education institutions across various cities in Paraná, indicating a regional emphasis on academic research. Beyond education, the list also features significant players in manufacturing, such as Neodent in medical equipment and Cooperativa Agrária Agroindustrial in farming, managing complete production chains.

🇧🇷 Paraná · 50 companies · Updated Nov 12, 2026

| # | Company | Industry | Headquarters | Employees | Founded |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | [Grupo Boticário](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/grupo-boticario) (grupoboticario.com.br)<br>Operating in the cosmetics sector through multiple brands, fostering entrepreneurship, sustainability, innovation, and nature conservation through a non-profit foundation. | Personal Care Product Manufacturing | 🇧🇷 Curitiba | 48,383 | 2010 |
| 2 | [Pontifícia Universidade Católica do Paraná](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/pontificia-universidade-catolica-do-parana) (pucpr.br)<br>This organization focuses on educational excellence, innovation, and intercultural learning, achieving national and international recognition in higher education rankings | Higher Education | 🇧🇷 Curitiba | 5,489 | 1959 |
| 3 | [UEL - Universidade Estadual de Londrina](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/uel-universidade-estadual-de-londrina) (portal.uel.br)<br>A leading public university in Southern Brazil offering a wide range of undergraduate and graduate programs, ranking among the top universities nationally and in the region | Higher Education | 🇧🇷 Londrina | 4,280 |  |
| 4 | [Universidade Estadual de Maringá](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/universidade-estadual-de-maringa) (uem.br)<br>A public higher education institution in Paraná offering a variety of undergraduate, master's, doctoral, and postdoctoral programs across multiple campuses | Higher Education | 🇧🇷 Maringá | 4,240 | 1969 |
| 5 | [Prati-Donaduzzi](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/prati-donaduzzi) (pratidonaduzzi.com.br)<br>Leading pharmaceutical manufacturer with a strong focus on innovation and employee development, producing a vast portfolio of quality medicines for health and well-being | Pharmaceutical Manufacturing | 🇧🇷 Toledo | 4,226 | 1993 |
| 6 | [UTFPR](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/utfpr) (utfpr.edu.br)<br>This public university with campuses in eleven cities of the Brazilian state of Parana provides education and research opportunities in various technological fields. | Education Administration Programs | 🇧🇷 Curitiba | 3,922 | 1909 |
| 7 | [Neodent](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/neodent) (neodent.com.br)<br>Global brand in over 90 countries, specializing in dental implant systems Focused on providing modern, reliable solutions for creating new smiles daily | Medical Equipment Manufacturing | 🇧🇷 Curitiba | 2,822 | 1993 |
| 8 | [Hospital Pequeno Principe](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/hospital-pequeno-principe) (pequenoprincipe.org.br)<br>Largest pediatric hospital in Brazil, providing 70% of its services to the Brazilian public healthcare system | Hospitals and Health Care | 🇧🇷 Curitiba | 2,425 | 1919 |
| 9 | [PUCPR](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/pucpr) (pucpr.br)<br>A leading private university in Paraná, Brazil, with a 50-year history, focused on ethical, Christian, and Marist principles to promote knowledge and holistic education | Higher Education | 🇧🇷 Curitiba | 2,236 |  |
| 10 | [Cooperativa Agrária Agroindustrial](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/cooperativa-agraria-agroindustrial) (agraria.com.br)<br>Agricultural cooperative managing complete production chains from research to processing, producing soy, corn, wheat, barley, and value-added products. | Farming | 🇧🇷 Guarapuava | 2,025 | 1951 |
| 11 | [Globoaves](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/globoaves) (globoaves.com.br)<br>A leading player in the national poultry industry, specializing in fertile eggs, day-old chicks, and genetics technology for over three decades | Farming | 🇧🇷 Cascavel | 1,928 | 1985 |
| 12 | [Federal University of Technology - Parana](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/federal-university-of-technology-parana) (utfpr.edu.br)<br>A leading higher education institution offering a wide range of undergraduate, master, and PhD programs focused on technology and innovation | Higher Education | 🇧🇷 Curitiba | 1,753 | 1909 |
| 13 | [Senai PR - Tecnologia e Inovação](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/senai-pr-tecnologia-e-inovacao) (senaipr.org.br)<br>A leading institution in professional and technological education, industrial innovation, and technology transfer, supporting the industry's development and competitiveness | Business Consulting and Services | 🇧🇷 Curitiba | 1,694 |  |
| 14 | [Fundação ABC](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/fundacao-abc) (fundacaoabc.org)<br>A non-profit research institution partnering with agricultural cooperatives and private companies to develop products, systems, and services for agriculture and livestock | Research Services | 🇧🇷 Castro | 1,526 | 1984 |
| 15 | [Universidade Estadual do Oeste do Paraná](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/universidade-estadual-do-oeste-do-parana) (unioeste.br)<br>A regional public university in Southern Brazil with multiple campuses offering a variety of undergraduate and graduate programs, emphasizing knowledge production and societal development | Higher Education | 🇧🇷 Cascavel | 1,489 | 1994 |
| 16 | [Hospital Erasto Gaertner](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/hospital-erasto-gaertner) (erastogaertner.com.br)<br>A medical institution founded in 1947 to combat cancer, providing treatment, hospitalization, and medical equipment for underprivileged cancer patients | Hospitals and Health Care | 🇧🇷 Curitiba | 1,374 | 1972 |
| 17 | [MSE Engenharia](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/mse-engenharia) (mse.com.br)<br>With 43 years of expertise, MSE Engineering provides comprehensive solutions in electrical, fire safety, thermal engineering, and utilities for various industries | Construction | 🇧🇷 Londrina | 1,238 | 1979 |
| 18 | [Magius Metalúrgica Industrial](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/magius-metalurgica-industrial) (magius.com.br)<br>The company operates three plants in Curitiba, with a focus on Industry 40 innovation They have nearly 1600 employees and use automated production with AI programming | Motor Vehicle Manufacturing | 🇧🇷 São José dos Pinhais | 1,020 | 1971 |
| 19 | [Adama Brasil](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/adama-brasil) (linktr.ee)<br>Global agrochemicals company simplifying agriculture for farmers, ranchers, and agribusiness professionals, with a presence in over 100 countries and strong Brazilian operations. | Chemical Manufacturing | 🇧🇷 Londrina | 956 | 1970 |
| 20 | [Universidade Tuiuti do Paraná](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/universidade-tuiuti-do-parana) (utp.edu.br)<br>A well-established educational institution in southern Brazil, offering a wide range of courses from pre-school to postgraduate programs with a focus on research and excellence | Higher Education | 🇧🇷 Curitiba | 940 | 1958 |
| 21 | [CISS S.A - Gestão para o Varejo](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/ciss-s-a-gestao-para-o-varejo) (ciss.com.br)<br>Specializing in retail management solutions, this Brazilian software house offers top ERP systems and innovative products for supermarkets, franchises, and more | IT Services and IT Consulting | 🇧🇷 Dois Vizinhos | 937 | 1990 |
| 22 | [UniFil - Centro Universitário Filadélfia](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/unifil-centro-universitario-filadelfia) (unifil.br)<br>With 50 years of experience, we offer top-notch education through on-campus, blended, and online undergraduate, graduate, and technical courses worldwide | Higher Education | 🇧🇷 Londrina | 892 | 1972 |
| 23 | [Cassol Pré-Fabricados](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/cassol-pre-fabricados) (cassol.ind.br)<br>Leader in prefab industry in Latin America, with 120k m² of factories across Brazil, using cutting-edge equipment and partnerships with universities for technology advancement | Construction | 🇧🇷 Araucária | 824 | 1976 |
| 24 | [UNINGÁ - Centro Universitário Ingá](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/uninga-centro-universitario-inga) (uninga.br)<br>A top-tier university offering over 70 undergraduate programs, including distance learning options, with modern facilities and a focus on education and scientific development | Higher Education | 🇧🇷 Maringá | 810 | 1999 |
| 25 | [Grupo Baston Aerossol](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/grupo-baston-aerossol) (baston.com.br)<br>Specialized in aerosol manufacturing for various sectors, including veterinary, automotive, and cosmetics Committed to quality, service, and sustainability while aiming to revolutionize the Brazilian aerosol market | Chemical Manufacturing | 🇧🇷 Palmeira | 795 | 2005 |
| 26 | [Nutrimental](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/nutrimental) (nutrimental.com.br)<br>Since its foundation in 1968, the company is committed to researching and developing technologies for the food industry, offering high-quality and accessible healthy products | Food and Beverage Manufacturing | 🇧🇷 São José dos Pinhais | 716 | 1968 |
| 27 | [Nortox S/A](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/nortox-s-a) (nortox.com.br)<br>For 70 years, we have been committed to providing proven effective solutions and technical assistance to support Brazilian agriculture's global success | Farming | 🇧🇷 Arapongas | 713 | 1954 |
| 28 | [TMG - Tropical Melhoramento & Genética](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/tmg-tropical-melhoramento-and-genetica) (tmg.agr.br)<br>A national company specializing in creating and developing new soybean, cotton, and corn hybrids, with a focus on research in genetics and plant breeding | Biotechnology Research | 🇧🇷 Cambé | 694 | 2001 |
| 29 | [Grupo Focus Plásticos](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/grupo-focus-plasticos) (focus.ind.br)<br>Medium-sized manufacturing company specializing in producing plastic components and assemblies for industries, with injection and painting facilities in Joinville, SC and São José dos Pinhais, PR | Plastics Manufacturing | 🇧🇷 São José dos Pinhais | 651 | 1995 |
| 30 | [Aquário](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/aquario) (aquario.com.br)<br>Manufacturer of antennas and electronic products with over 40 years of experience in telecommunications sector, offering high-quality products through innovative technology and rigorous testing processes | Telecommunications | 🇧🇷 Maringá | 583 | 1977 |
| 31 | [Hospital INC - Instituto de Neurologia de Curitiba](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/hospital-inc-instituto-de-neurologia-de-curitiba) (site.inc-neuro.com.br)<br>Established in 2003, this hospital institution in Curitiba specializes in high-quality neurological treatment, focusing on advanced care and continuous improvement | Hospitals and Health Care | 🇧🇷 Curitiba | 563 | 2003 |
| 32 | [Lactec](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/lactec) (lactec.com.br)<br>Innovative solutions using science and technology, with a multidisciplinary team offering research, development, technical services, consulting, and training | Research Services | 🇧🇷 Curitiba | 563 | 1959 |
| 33 | [IDR-Paraná](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/idr-parana) (idrparana.pr.gov.br)<br>An organization focused on rural development in Paraná, facilitating sustainable agriculture practices and supporting farmers through research and extension services | Government Administration | 🇧🇷 Curitiba | 554 | 2019 |
| 34 | [Instituto de Tecnologia do Paraná - Tecpar](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/instituto-de-tecnologia-do-parana-tecpar) (tecpar.br)<br>Technology institute in Paraná, offering innovative solutions and research in various industries to drive growth and development in the region | Research Services | 🇧🇷 Curitiba | 501 | 1940 |
| 35 | [IMCOPA](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/imcopa) (imcopa.com.br)<br>Leading Brazilian soybean crusher specializing in non-GMO value-added products with a strong sustainability focus, advanced technology, and a dominant market share in Europe | Food and Beverage Manufacturing | 🇧🇷 Araucária | 496 | 1964 |
| 36 | [Bioma](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/bioma) (bioma.ind.br)<br>The company develops technological solutions in inoculants and fertilizers to enhance plant hormonal and nutritional balance, maximizing productivity for clients with specialized technical support | Biotechnology Research | 🇧🇷 Fazenda Rio Grande | 471 | 2017 |
| 37 | [Fortgreen](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/fortgreen) (fortgreen.com.br)<br>Specialized in producing high-quality foliar fertilizers, with a wide range of formulas and international partnerships, serving agricultural producers in Brazil and Paraguay | Farming | 🇧🇷 Paiçandu | 432 | 2004 |
| 38 | [AGP sGlass](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/agp-sglass) (agpglass.com)<br>Global leader in manufacturing high-tech specialized glass for electric vehicles, automotive, and military sectors with over 50 years of experience and operations in 45 countries | Motor Vehicle Manufacturing | 🇧🇷 São José dos Pinhais | 428 | 1965 |
| 39 | [Brose Brasil](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/brose-brasil) (brose.com)<br>One of the world's top five family-owned automotive suppliers, providing intelligent solutions for vehicle access, interiors, and thermal management, with a focus on innovation and sustainability | Motor Vehicle Manufacturing | 🇧🇷 São José dos Pinhais | 407 |  |
| 40 | [Purific](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/purific) (purific.com.br)<br>Specializing in high-tech water purifiers and filtration systems, our team develops cutting-edge products to provide quality water, health, and well-being Live well, live healthy | Retail | 🇧🇷 Maringá | 392 | 1998 |
| 41 | [Komatsu Forest Brasil](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/komatsu-forest-brasil) (komatsuforest.com.br)<br>A global manufacturer of forestry machines with headquarters in Sweden and manufacturing units in Sweden and the USA They offer worldwide sales and service support | Machinery Manufacturing | 🇧🇷 Pinhais | 385 |  |
| 42 | [CITS - Centro Internacional de Tecnologia de Software](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/cits-centro-internacional-de-tecnologia-de-software) (cits.br)<br>An integrated institution in education, research, development, and IT business, focused on creating products and services, valuing human capital, and promoting social well-being | IT Services and IT Consulting | 🇧🇷 Curitiba | 382 | 1992 |
| 43 | [BrasilSat Harald S/A](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/brasilsat-harald-s-a) (brasilsat.com.br)<br>With over 45 years of experience, the company provides integrated solutions in telecommunications, antennas, towers, solar energy, and metal structures with ISO certification and tailored engineering projects | Telecommunications | 🇧🇷 Curitiba | 379 | 1974 |
| 44 | [Embrart Embalagens Inteligentes \| Papelão Ondulado](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/embrart-embalagens-inteligentes-papelao-ondulado) (embrart.com.br)<br>Specializing in high-quality corrugated cardboard packaging, the company offers customized solutions with efficient handling and storage, using cutting-edge printing technology for color variety and precision | Paper and Forest Product Manufacturing | 🇧🇷 Cidade Industrial de Curitiba | 379 | 1986 |
| 45 | [Vetore](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/vetore) (vetore.com)<br>Manufacturer of automotive parts for light, heavy, and agricultural vehicles in Brazil and globally Specializing in water pumps, oil pumps, and castings | Motor Vehicle Parts Manufacturing | 🇧🇷 Quatro Barras | 372 | 1986 |
| 46 | [A1 Engineering](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/a1-engineering) (a1.com.br)<br>Provider of integrated solutions for industrial plants and power generation, offering engineering, manufacturing, energy services, and patented turbines for power generation | Engineering Services | 🇧🇷 Araucária | 372 |  |
| 47 | [Grupo Volvo no Brasil](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/grupo-volvo-no-brasil) (volvogroup.com)<br>Manufactures trucks, buses, construction equipment, marine and industrial engines. Produces vehicles and engines in Brazil, employing around 5,000 people. | Motor Vehicle Manufacturing | 🇧🇷 Curitiba | 366 | 1977 |
| 48 | [Perkons SA](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/perkons-sa) (perkons.com)<br>Specialized in technology for traffic safety and management, pioneering in electronic traffic monitoring with solutions for urban planning and real-time traffic monitoring | Appliances, Electrical, and Electronics Manufacturing | 🇧🇷 Pinhais | 353 | 1991 |
| 49 | [Grupo Lavoura](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/grupo-lavoura) (lavourasa.com.br)<br>Agricultural business specializing in wheat and soybean cultivation with genetic improvement and differentiated management for increased profitability and quality | Farming | 🇧🇷 Pato Branco | 339 | 1935 |
| 50 | [Eurofral](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/eurofral) (eurofral.com.br)<br>A Brazilian company specializing in personal hygiene, sanitizing, cosmetics, and pet hygiene products under various brand names, also offering tertiary products | Manufacturing | 🇧🇷 Rolândia | 334 | 2004 |

## How this list is built

Every company on this list has a Tamtam company profile. The industry is the one the company gives on LinkedIn; categories such as SaaS or fintech are classified by Tamtam's AI from the company's website and LinkedIn page; and the headquarters city must match the company's own address. Companies are ranked by the number of employees on LinkedIn, and the list is refreshed every night. Classifications can be wrong, so treat the list as a starting point rather than an official ranking. Last updated Nov 12, 2026.

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