# Research institutes headquartered in Argentina
Tamtam tracks 61 research institutes headquartered in Argentina. This list ranks the 50 largest by number of employees on LinkedIn, led by University of Buenos Aires, Universidad Nacional de La Plata and Universidad Nacional de C贸rdoba. Their median headcount is 1,003. Half of them were founded in 1968 or later. The most common headquarters are Buenos Aires (16), La Plata (3) and Mar del Plata (2).
This selection of Argentine research institutes is dominated by large public universities, many of which were founded in the mid-20th century. The University of Buenos Aires, established in 1821, offers extensive undergraduate and postgraduate programs. Other key institutions include the Universidad Nacional de La Plata, focusing on teaching and research, and the Universidad Nacional de C贸rdoba, a significant cultural and scientific center since 1613. INTA, founded in 1956, specializes in agricultural innovation, while CEMIC, a nonprofit founded in 1958, focuses on medical education and research.
A clear pattern is the concentration of these major research institutions in Buenos Aires and other provincial capitals. Many were established or significantly expanded after the mid-20th century, like UADE (1961) and Universidad Nacional de Rosario (1968), reflecting a period of growth in higher education and scientific development across Argentina.
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| # | Company | Industry | Headquarters | Employees | Founded |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | [University of Buenos Aires](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/university-of-buenos-aires) (uba.ar)
Public university offering extensive undergraduate and postgraduate programs, renowned for academic excellence and significant research contributions in Argentina. | Higher Education | 馃嚘馃嚪 Buenos Aires | 26,362 | 1821 |
| 2 | [Universidad Nacional de La Plata](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/universidad-nacional-de-la-plata) (unlp.edu.ar)
A prestigious university in Argentina with 17 faculties, offering a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate programs, with a strong focus on teaching, research, and extension | Higher Education | 馃嚘馃嚪 La Plata | 8,863 | 1905 |
| 3 | [Universidad Nacional de C贸rdoba](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/universidad-nacional-de-cordoba) (unc.edu.ar)
Established in 1613, this institution provides higher education, serving as a significant center for cultural, scientific, and social influence in Argentina and Latin America. | Higher Education | 馃嚘馃嚪 | 7,006 | 1613 |
| 4 | [INTA](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/inta) (argentina.gob.ar)
A public organization focused on agricultural innovation and development, providing knowledge and technologies to different sectors of society for regional and international market opportunities | Farming | 馃嚘馃嚪 Buenos Aires | 4,630 | 1956 |
| 5 | [Universidad Nacional de Rosario](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/universidad-nacional-de-rosario) (unr.edu.ar)
A reputable educational institution offering diverse academic programs, including degrees, certifications, and online courses to over 80,000 students | Higher Education | 馃嚘馃嚪 Rosario | 4,576 | 1968 |
| 6 | [Universidad Nacional de Cuyo](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/universidad-nacional-de-cuyo) (uncuyo.edu.ar)
Largest center of higher education in Mendoza, Argentina with academic schools, research institutes, technological education, and high schools under its umbrella | Higher Education | 馃嚘馃嚪 Mendoza | 4,184 | 1939 |
| 7 | [UADE](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/uade) (uade.edu.ar)
A Latin American educational institution offering courses in public relations, economics, social sciences, and hard sciences, along with postgraduate and research programs | Education | 馃嚘馃嚪 Buenos Aires | 3,917 | 1961 |
| 8 | [Universidad Abierta Interamericana](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/universidad-abierta-interamericana) (uai.edu.ar)
Part of the Vaneduc Group, specialized in education since 1942 | Higher Education | 馃嚘馃嚪 Buenos Aires | 3,587 | |
| 9 | [Universidad Nacional de Mar del Plata](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/universidad-nacional-de-mar-del-plata) (mdp.edu.ar)
A leading university offering a variety of undergraduate and graduate programs in various academic fields, along with secondary education and childcare services | Higher Education | 馃嚘馃嚪 Mar del Plata | 3,056 | |
| 10 | [Universidad Nacional de San Mart铆n](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/universidad-nacional-de-san-martin) (unsam.edu.ar)
A metropolitan public university in Argentina with various departments, including Science & Technology and Humanities, located in San Mart铆n | Higher Education | 馃嚘馃嚪 San Mart铆n | 2,906 | 1992 |
| 11 | [Universidad Nacional del Nordeste](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/universidad-nacional-del-nordeste) (unne.edu.ar)
Specializing in excellence, social responsibility, and innovation management | Higher Education | 馃嚘馃嚪 Corrientes | 2,743 | 1956 |
| 12 | [Universidad Nacional del Sur](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/universidad-nacional-del-sur) (uns.edu.ar)
The Universidad Nacional del Sur is a prestigious Argentine university offering free undergraduate and postgraduate courses with a focus on regional realities | Higher Education | 馃嚘馃嚪 Bah铆a Blanca | 2,664 | 1946 |
| 13 | [CEMIC](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/cemic) (cemic.edu.ar)
A nonprofit medical and clinical research institution focused on academic medical education, research, and community healthcare services for over 55 years | Hospitals and Health Care | 馃嚘馃嚪 Buenos Aires | 2,510 | 1958 |
| 14 | [INTI](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/inti-san-martin) (inti.gob.ar)
Providing technological support to the State, the company contributes to positioning the country as a key player in industry consolidation | Government Administration | 馃嚘馃嚪 San Martin | 2,450 | 1957 |
| 15 | [Universidad Nacional del Comahue](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/universidad-nacional-del-comahue) (uncoma.edu.ar)
A public Argentine university with locations in Neuqu茅n and R铆o Negro provinces, offering higher education in various cities including Neuqu茅n, Bariloche, and Viedma | Higher Education | 馃嚘馃嚪 Neuqu茅n Capital | 2,290 | 1972 |
| 16 | [Universidad Torcuato Di Tella](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/universidad-torcuato-di-tella) (utdt.edu)
A non-profit university in Argentina focusing on training future leaders in business, academia, politics, and society to improve institutional functioning | Higher Education | 馃嚘馃嚪 Buenos Aires | 1,973 | 1991 |
| 17 | [Universidad Nacional de Quilmes](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/universidad-nacional-de-quilmes) (unq.edu.ar)
The organization's mission is to generate, teach, and spread high-level knowledge while promoting equality, diversity, education, research, and cultural promotion | Higher Education | 馃嚘馃嚪 Bernal | 1,967 | 1989 |
| 18 | [Facultad de Derecho, Universidad de Buenos Aires](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/facultad-de-derecho-universidad-de-buenos-aires) (derecho.uba.ar)
A prestigious higher education institution in Buenos Aires offering undergraduate degrees in law, public translating, and public calligraphy, as well as diverse postgraduate programs in law | Law Practice | 馃嚘馃嚪 Buenos Aires | 1,919 | |
| 19 | [Consejo Nacional de Investigaciones Cient铆ficas y T茅cnicas](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/consejo-nacional-de-investigaciones-cientificas-y-tecnicas) (gov.ar)
Leading agency in Argentina promoting science and technology across various fields including agriculture, engineering, biology, health, natural sciences, social sciences, and humanities | Research Services | 馃嚘馃嚪 Buenos Aires | 1,533 | |
| 20 | [Universidad Nacional de Lomas de Zamora](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/universidad-nacional-de-lomas-de-zamora) (unlz.edu.ar)
It is a public university focused on integrating knowledge with community needs, emphasizing social responsibility and professional training for societal development. | Education Administration Programs | 馃嚘馃嚪 | 1,365 | 1972 |
| 21 | [Universidad Nacional de General Sarmiento](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/universidad-nacional-de-general-sarmiento) (ungs.edu.ar)
A university founded in 1993, focused on providing high-quality education, promoting research, and offering free undergraduate programs with national validity and financial aid | Education Administration Programs | 馃嚘馃嚪 Los Polvorines | 1,151 | 1993 |
| 22 | [Universidad Nacional de R铆o Negro](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/universidad-nacional-de-rio-negro) (unrn.edu.ar)
A university in Rio Negro, Argentina, founded in 2007 to provide higher education opportunities, support economic development, and promote social justice | Higher Education | 馃嚘馃嚪 Viedma | 1,140 | 2007 |
| 23 | [Universidad Nacional de Hurlingham (UNAHUR)](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/universidad-nacional-de-hurlingham-unahur) (unahur.edu.ar)
A public university in Buenos Aires focused on providing free education in health, education, production, and science, promoting excellence and research | Higher Education | 馃嚘馃嚪 Villa Santos Tesei | 1,104 | 2014 |
| 24 | [Instituto Universitario de la Polic铆a Federal Argentina (IUPFA)](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/instituto-universitario-de-la-policia-federal-argentina-iupfa) (iupfa.edu.ar)
A higher education institution offering a variety of academic programs and courses to students looking to further their knowledge and skills | Higher Education | 馃嚘馃嚪 Buenos Aires | 1,031 | 1974 |
| 25 | [Universidad de Flores](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/universidad-de-flores) (uflouniversidad.edu.ar)
An educational institution in Argentina offering a variety of undergraduate, graduate, and continuous education programs focused on sustainability and human development | Higher Education | 馃嚘馃嚪 Buenos Aires | 1,003 | 1995 |
| 26 | [Universidad Maim贸nides](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/universidad-maimonides) (maimonides.edu)
Established in 1990, this educational institution focuses on developing critical and creative thinking skills in its students to address society's challenges effectively | Education Administration Programs | 馃嚘馃嚪 Caballito | 926 | 1990 |
| 27 | [UBA College of Veterinary Medicine](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/uba-college-of-veterinary-medicine) (fvet.uba.ar)
A prestigious veterinary school in Argentina offering a wide range of undergraduate and graduate degrees, known for its excellence in education, research, and outreach | Higher Education | 馃嚘馃嚪 Buenos Aires | 902 | 1904 |
| 28 | [Universidad del CEMA](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/universidad-del-cema) (ucema.edu.ar)
A non-profit organization founded in 1978 offering undergraduate and postgraduate degrees as well as executive education programs with a large faculty and student body | Education Administration Programs | 馃嚘馃嚪 Ciudad de Buenos Aires | 818 | 1978 |
| 29 | [Facultad de Agronom铆a - Universidad de Buenos Aires](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/facultad-de-agronomia-universidad-de-buenos-aires) (agro.uba.ar)
The company aims to lead and apply agronomic knowledge sustainably, forming skilled professionals, conducting research, providing academic programs, and fostering partnerships for mutual enrichment | Higher Education | 馃嚘馃嚪 Buenos Aires | 772 | 1904 |
| 30 | [Universidad Nacional de Villa Mar铆a](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/universidad-nacional-de-villa-maria) (unvm.edu.ar)
The institution promotes students' holistic education, humanistic values, and entrepreneurial culture, aiming to develop ethical professionals and engaged citizens | Higher Education | 馃嚘馃嚪 Villa Mar铆a | 762 | 1995 |
| 31 | [UNMdP](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/unmdp) (mdp.edu.ar)
A public university in Argentina, founded in 1975, offering a variety of undergraduate and postgraduate programs through nine academic faculties | Higher Education | 馃嚘馃嚪 Mar del Plata | 756 | |
| 32 | [Universidad de Buenos Aires (UBA)](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/universidad-de-buenos-aires-uba) (uba.ar)
A prestigious public university in Argentina, founded in 1821, offering a wide range of academic programs in Buenos Aires | Higher Education | 馃嚘馃嚪 Buenos Aires | 734 | |
| 33 | [Universidad Nacional de la Patagonia San Juan Bosco (UNPSJB)](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/universidad-nacional-de-la-patagonia-san-juan-bosco-unpsjb) (edu.ar)
An Argentine public university with multiple campuses in Chubut, offering education to thousands of students since its founding in 1980 | Higher Education | 馃嚘馃嚪 Comodoro Rivadavia | 665 | |
| 34 | [Facultad de Ciencias Econ贸micas UNLP](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/facultad-de-ciencias-economicas-unlp) (econo.unlp.edu.ar)
A transformative institution for academic and professional development, offering degrees, postgraduate programs, and research projects focused on knowledge transfer for a fairer society | Higher Education | 馃嚘馃嚪 La Plata | 651 | 1953 |
| 35 | [UTN - Facultad Regional C贸rdoba](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/utn-facultad-regional-cordoba) (frc.utn.edu.ar)
The regional branch of the National Technological University in C贸rdoba, offering a variety of engineering programs, postgraduate degrees, and technical courses | Higher Education | 馃嚘馃嚪 Maestro M. Lopez esq. Cruz Roja Argentina Ciudad Universitaria - C贸rdoba Capita. Argentina | 590 | 1948 |
| 36 | [Facultad de Ciencias Sociales - UBA](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/facultad-de-ciencias-sociales-uba) (sociales.uba.ar)
A leading faculty within the University of Buenos Aires offering programs in political science, communication, sociology, and social work | Higher Education | 馃嚘馃嚪 Constituci贸n | 571 | 1988 |
| 37 | [Universidad Nacional de Avellaneda](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/universidad-nacional-de-avellaneda) (edu.ar)
The National University of Avellaneda aims to provide high-quality education, generate knowledge, preserve culture, and lead processes of change for a better community life | Higher Education | 馃嚘馃嚪 Avellaneda | 564 | |
| 38 | [Universidad Nacional de Moreno (UNM)](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/universidad-nacional-de-moreno-unm) (unm.edu.ar)
An Argentine based higher education institution offering diverse academic programs and opportunities for students in various fields of study | Higher Education | 馃嚘馃嚪 Moreno | 529 | 2010 |
| 39 | [Facultad de Ciencias Econ贸micas UBA](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/facultad-de-ciencias-economicas-uba) (economicas.uba.ar)
A leading institution in economic and financial education in Latin America, offering academic programs, experienced faculty, modern facilities, and opportunities for collaboration and professional development | Higher Education | 馃嚘馃嚪 Buenos Aires | 516 | 1913 |
| 40 | [Facultad de Ciencias Agrarias UNR](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/facultad-de-ciencias-agrarias-unr) (fcagr.unr.edu.ar)
The company provides agricultural science education through various facilities in Zavalla, promoting hands-on learning and field experiences for students | Education Administration Programs | 馃嚘馃嚪 Zavalla | 472 | 1967 |
| 41 | [UNLPam](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/unlpam) (unlpam.edu.ar)
A public university founded in 1958 offering over 40 undergraduate programs across six faculties in Santa Rosa and General Pico | Higher Education | 馃嚘馃嚪 Santa Rosa | 466 | 1958 |
| 42 | [FLACSO Argentina](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/flacso-argentina) (flacso.org.ar)
A pioneer in social sciences education, offering doctoral and master's programs, specialized courses and seminars to promote societal improvement in Latin America | Higher Education | 馃嚘馃嚪 Buenos Aires | 462 | |
| 43 | [Universidad Atl谩ntida](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/universidad-atlantida) (atlantida.edu.ar)
A university founded in 1995 to provide high-quality education, emphasizing community development, pluralism, and academic excellence, with three campuses and over 1500 graduates | Higher Education | 馃嚘馃嚪 Mar de Aj贸 | 429 | |
| 44 | [Universidad Nacional de La Plata (UNLP)](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/universidad-nacional-de-la-plata-unlp) (unlp.edu.ar)
A prestigious public university in Argentina, known for academic excellence and research transparency, ranking highly in national and international assessments | Higher Education | 馃嚘馃嚪 La Plata | 408 | |
| 45 | [UTN - Facultad Regional Mendoza](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/utn-facultad-regional-mendoza) (frm.utn.edu.ar)
A technical university in Argentina, with a focus on engineering education, offering a wide range of degree programs, research activities, and facilities for students | Higher Education | 馃嚘馃嚪 Mendoza | 374 | 1959 |
| 46 | [Universidad Provincial de Ezeiza](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/universidad-provincial-de-ezeiza) (upe.edu.ar)
A public university focused on inclusion, quality education, and cooperation with the workforce, promoting scientific and technological knowledge for regional development and student insertion into the workforce | Higher Education | 馃嚘馃嚪 Ezeiza | 369 | 2011 |
| 47 | [Universidad Nacional de Lan煤s](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/universidad-nacional-de-lanus-remedios-de-escalada) (edu.ar)
Forming excellent professionals, intellectuals, and technicians, building with the community, and improving quality of life as a collective and solidarity project. | Higher Education | 馃嚘馃嚪 Remedios de Escalada | 359 | |
| 48 | [UNRaf - Universidad Nacional de Rafaela](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/unraf-universidad-nacional-de-rafaela) (unraf.edu.ar)
A public and free Argentine university founded in 2014, located in Rafaela, Santa Fe Part of the Argentine University System | Education | 馃嚘馃嚪 Rafaela | 342 | 2014 |
| 49 | [CONAE](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/conae) (gob.ar)
National organization in charge of Argentina's space activities and projects. Develops and implements space missions for Earth observation, telecommunications, and scientific research. | Space Research and Technology | 馃嚘馃嚪 Buenos Aires | 336 | 1991 |
| 50 | [Comisi贸n de Investigaciones Cient铆ficas de la Provincia de Buenos Aires](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/comision-de-investigaciones-cientificas-de-la-provincia-de-buenos-aires) (cic.gba.gob.ar)
The organization focuses on developing scientific and technological research to generate knowledge, innovation, and concrete solutions for society | Research Services | 馃嚘馃嚪 Tolosa | 321 | 1956 |
## 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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