# Top 100 research institutes in Brazil

Tamtam tracks 278 research institutes headquartered in Brazil. This list ranks the 100 largest by number of employees on LinkedIn, led by Einstein Hospital Israelita, USP - Universidade de São Paulo and Sírio-Libanês. Their median headcount is 3,018. Half of them were founded in 1965 or later. The most common headquarters are São Paulo (15), Rio de Janeiro (8) and Curitiba (5).

These Brazilian research institutes are predominantly large higher education institutions, many with a long history. They focus on educating students, conducting research, and contributing to scientific productivity and societal development. Most of these organizations are public universities.

Examples include USP - Universidade de São Paulo, a globally recognized institution for education and research, and Federal University of Rio de Janeiro, an internationally respected institution with historical roots. Sírio-Libanês and Einstein Hospital Israelita are also featured as prominent healthcare institutions offering medical services, education, and research. A notable pattern is the concentration of these large institutions in the state of São Paulo and Rio de Janeiro.

🇧🇷 Brazil · 100 companies · Updated Nov 12, 2026

| # | Company | Industry | Headquarters | Employees | Founded |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | [Einstein Hospital Israelita](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/einstein-hospital-israelita) (einstein.br)<br>A leading healthcare institution offering cutting-edge treatments, compassionate care, social responsibility initiatives, and education and research programs for the community | Hospitals and Health Care | 🇧🇷 São Paulo | 40,979 |  |
| 2 | [USP - Universidade de São Paulo](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/usp-universidade-de-sao-paulo) (www5.usp.br)<br>Educates students, conducts research, and contributes to scientific productivity, recognized by global rankings for faculty, student, and staff dedication. | Higher Education | 🇧🇷 São Paulo | 23,205 | 1934 |
| 3 | [Sírio-Libanês](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/sirio-libanes) (hospitalsiriolibanes.org.br)<br>A renowned healthcare institution with philanthropic roots, offering top-notch medical services, cutting-edge technology, education, research, and social responsibility initiatives for 100 years | Hospitals and Health Care | 🇧🇷 São Paulo | 19,137 | 1921 |
| 4 | [Universidade Estadual de Campinas](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/universidade-estadual-de-campinas) (unicamp.br)<br>Public university in São Paulo, Brazil, with a focus on science education Offers undergraduate and graduate programs with multiple campuses | Research Services | 🇧🇷 Campinas | 12,392 | 1966 |
| 5 | [FGV - Fundação Getulio Vargas](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/fgv-fundacao-getulio-vargas) (portal.fgv.br)<br>Established in 1944, this organization in Brazil promotes social and economic development, ranking as a top 10 global think tank and higher education institution | Higher Education | 🇧🇷 Brazil | 10,860 |  |
| 6 | [Federal University of Rio de Janeiro](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/federal-university-of-rio-de-janeiro) (ufrj.br)<br>A well-established and internationally respected institution, with historical roots dating back to the 18th century, offering a wide range of academic programs | Higher Education | 🇧🇷 Rio de Janeiro | 10,389 | 1920 |
| 7 | [UERJ](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/uerj) (uerj.br)<br>A leading university established in 1950, offering undergraduate, graduate, and basic education programs across 15 campuses, with around 40,000 students and a diverse faculty | Education Administration Programs | 🇧🇷 Rio de Janeiro | 10,067 | 1950 |
| 8 | [Universidade Federal do Rio de Janeiro](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/universidade-federal-do-rio-de-janeiro) (ufrj.br)<br>Higher education institution empowering individuals to excel in professions, value diverse knowledge, engage as active citizens, and drive societal transformation towards justice and democracy | Higher Education | 🇧🇷 Rio de Janeiro | 9,556 |  |
| 9 | [Universidade Federal de Minas Gerais](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/universidade-federal-de-minas-gerais) (ufmg.br)<br>Established in 1927, the institution is the largest federal higher education institution in Minas Gerais, offering a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate programs | Higher Education | 🇧🇷 Belo Horizonte | 9,380 | 1927 |
| 10 | [Universidade Estadual Paulista Júlio de Mesquita Filho](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/universidade-estadual-paulista-julio-de-mesquita-filho) (www2.unesp.br)<br>A leading Brazilian university with a multicampus structure offering quality education, research opportunities, and community services to students and society | Higher Education | 🇧🇷 São Paulo | 9,365 | 1976 |
| 11 | [Federal University of Rio Grande do Sul](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/federal-university-of-rio-grande-do-sul) (ufrgs.br)<br>Offers diverse education levels, from elementary to postgraduate, combining teaching with high-level research and community extension, fostering critical thinking and knowledge production. | Higher Education | 🇧🇷 | 9,242 |  |
| 12 | [Universidade de Brasília](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/universidade-de-brasilia) (unb.br)<br>A prestigious university offering a wide range of undergraduate, master's, and doctoral programs, as well as various support services for teaching, research, and extension activities | Research Services | 🇧🇷 Brasília | 9,232 |  |
| 13 | [PUC Minas](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/puc-minas-belo-horizonte) (pucminas.br)<br>Provides higher education recognized for its excellence by the market, education specialists, and individuals who have experienced its significant impact on their careers and future. | Higher Education | 🇧🇷 Belo Horizonte | 8,726 | 1958 |
| 14 | [Universidade Federal de Pernambuco](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/universidade-federal-de-pernambuco) (ufpe.br)<br>Brazilian federal public higher education institution, based in Recife, Pernambuco, Brazil, integrated into the country's education system since 1965. | Higher Education | 🇧🇷 Recife | 8,535 |  |
| 15 | [Universidade Federal Fluminense](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/universidade-federal-fluminense-niteroi) (uff.br)<br>A leading educational institution with diverse programs including undergraduate and graduate courses, as well as specialization and medical residency programs | Higher Education | 🇧🇷 Niterói | 8,445 | 1960 |
| 16 | [Hospital das Clínicas da Faculdade de Medicina da USP](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/hospital-das-clinicas-da-faculdade-de-medicina-da-usp) (hc.fm.usp.br)<br>A public institution affiliated with a medical school in São Paulo, dedicated to health public healthcare through education, research, assistance, and management | Hospitals and Health Care | 🇧🇷 São Paulo | 8,241 | 1944 |
| 17 | [Santa Casa de Misericórdia de São Paulo](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/santa-casa-de-misericordia-de-sao-paulo) (doar.santacasasp.org.br)<br>A long-standing philanthropic institution providing high-quality healthcare services, medical education, and research with a focus on complex treatments and diagnostic services | Hospitals and Health Care | 🇧🇷 São Paulo | 8,239 | 1560 |
| 18 | [Universidade Federal do Paraná](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/universidade-federal-do-parana) (ufpr.br)<br>The institution was founded in 1912 to provide qualified professionals in various fields and has since become the oldest university in Brazil | Higher Education | 🇧🇷 Curitiba | 8,109 | 1912 |
| 19 | [Embrapa](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/embrapa-brasilia) (embrapa.br)<br>A research organization dedicated to providing innovative solutions for sustainable agriculture and benefiting Brazilian society through research and development | Farming | 🇧🇷 Brasília | 7,641 | 1973 |
| 20 | [Universidade Federal de Santa Catarina](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/universidade-federal-de-santa-catarina) (ufsc.br)<br>A leading federal university in Brazil offering over 50 undergraduate courses with enrollment of 36,000 students in various programs | Higher Education | 🇧🇷 Florianópolis | 7,482 | 1960 |
| 21 | [Unifesp - Universidade Federal de São Paulo](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/unifesp-universidade-federal-de-sao-paulo) (portal.unifesp.br)<br>Specialized institution in health sciences, offering training for human resources and conducting scientific research Provides clinical practice and welfare services | Higher Education | 🇧🇷 São Paulo | 7,476 | 1994 |
| 22 | [Universidade Federal do Rio Grande do Norte](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/universidade-federal-do-rio-grande-do-norte) (ufrn.br)<br>A prestigious public university in Brazil offering a wide range of undergraduate and graduate programs, known for academic excellence and top rankings | Higher Education | 🇧🇷 Natal | 6,733 | 1960 |
| 23 | [Universidade Federal de Goiás](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/universidade-federal-de-goias) (ufg.br)<br>A leading federal public university in Brazil's Goiás state, providing quality higher education with a focus on knowledge production, critical thinking, and social justice | Higher Education | 🇧🇷 Goiânia | 6,066 | 1960 |
| 24 | [Universidade Federal da Paraíba](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/universidade-federal-da-paraiba) (ufpb.br)<br>Page for professors, researchers, students, and staff. Providing resources and information to its academic community members. | Higher Education | 🇧🇷 João Pessoa | 5,970 |  |
| 25 | [Federal University of Ceara](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/federal-university-of-ceara) (ufc.br)<br>A public university in Fortaleza, Brazil, offering a wide range of undergraduate courses and engaging in research and outreach projects for societal impact | Higher Education | 🇧🇷 Fortaleza | 5,860 | 1954 |
| 26 | [Instituto Politécnico Nacional](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/instituto-politecnico-nacional-mexico-city) (ipn.mx)<br>A leading Mexican educational institution focused on technological education, research, and knowledge transfer to drive the nation's economic and social development | Higher Education | 🇧🇷 Df | 5,813 | 1936 |
| 27 | [SENAI - Serviço Nacional de Aprendizagem Industrial](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/senai-servico-nacional-de-aprendizagem-industrial) (senai.portaldaindustria.com.br)<br>A national center for industrial knowledge and skills development, supporting 28 industries through training, services, research, and technology information | Civic and Social Organizations | 🇧🇷 Brasília | 5,663 | 1942 |
| 28 | [Universidade Presbiteriana Mackenzie](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/universidade-presbiteriana-mackenzie) (mackenzie.br)<br>Educates individuals for citizenship, fosters personal and societal development through teaching, research, extension, cultural, sports, social, and spiritual activities, grounded in reformed Christian faith. | Higher Education | 🇧🇷 São Paulo | 5,286 | 1870 |
| 29 | [Universidade Federal do Pará](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/universidade-federal-do-para) (portal.ufpa.br)<br>This organization in the Amazon aims to produce and share knowledge, promoting inclusivity, sustainability, and innovation for citizens' development | Higher Education | 🇧🇷 Belém | 5,222 | 1957 |
| 30 | [Universidade Federal de Viçosa](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/universidade-federal-de-vicosa) (ufv.br)<br>Provides high school, technical, undergraduate, and graduate education across various fields, excelling in agricultural, biological, exact, and human sciences. | Higher Education | 🇧🇷 Viçosa | 5,039 |  |
| 31 | [Pontifícia Universidade Católica do Rio Grande do Sul](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/pontificia-universidade-catolica-do-rio-grande-do-sul) (portal.pucrs.br)<br>Offers higher education, conducts theoretical and practical research across various fields, disseminates findings, and promotes community extension activities. | Higher Education | 🇧🇷 Porto Alegre | 4,929 | 1948 |
| 32 | [UNESP](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/unesp) (unesp.br)<br>A public university system in São Paulo with nearly 40,000 students across 23 campuses, offering a variety of academic programs and facilities | Higher Education | 🇧🇷 | 4,699 | 1976 |
| 33 | [FIOCRUZ - Fundação Oswaldo Cruz](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/fiocruz-fundacao-oswaldo-cruz) (en.wikipedia.org)<br>A Brazilian institution focused on research and development in biological sciences, specializing in public health research and founded by Dr Oswaldo Cruz in 1900 | Truck Transportation | 🇧🇷 Rio de Janeiro | 4,448 | 1900 |
| 34 | [Universidade Federal do Amazonas](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/universidade-federal-do-amazonas) (ufam.edu.br)<br>A pioneering university in the heart of the Amazon, founded in 1909, focused on collective construction and overcoming challenges in Manaus | Higher Education | 🇧🇷 Manaus | 4,315 | 1909 |
| 35 | [Unesp](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/unesp-botucatu) (ibb.unesp.br)<br>Specializing in research, education, and consulting in statistics, applied mathematics, and health fields such as bioestatistics, medicine, and nutrition | Higher Education | 🇧🇷 Botucatu | 4,312 |  |
| 36 | [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 |  |
| 37 | [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 |
| 38 | [Universidade de Fortaleza](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/universidade-de-fortaleza) (unifor.br)<br>The organization provides a comprehensive education, research, and extension program, graduating professionals who turn dreams into reality With a large campus and diverse programs | Higher Education | 🇧🇷 Fortaleza | 4,223 | 1973 |
| 39 | [Universidade Federal de Mato Grosso do Sul](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/universidade-federal-de-mato-grosso-do-sul) (ufms.br)<br>A university in Mato Grosso do Sul, Brazil, offering a variety of academic programs across different campuses in the state | Higher Education | 🇧🇷 Campo Grande | 4,035 |  |
| 40 | [Instituto do Câncer do Estado de São Paulo - ICESP](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/instituto-do-cancer-do-estado-de-sao-paulo-icesp) (icesp.org.br)<br>A leading oncology center in Latin America, focused on providing high-quality care, education, and research in the public health system | Hospitals and Health Care | 🇧🇷 São Paulo | 4,018 | 2008 |
| 41 | [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 |
| 42 | [Universidade Federal de Pelotas](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/universidade-federal-de-pelotas) (portal.ufpel.edu.br)<br>An Brazilian institution of higher education offering a wide range of undergraduate, master's, and doctoral programs in various fields of knowledge | Research Services | 🇧🇷 Pelotas | 3,676 | 1969 |
| 43 | [Universidade Federal de Sergipe](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/universidade-federal-de-sergipe) (ufs.br)<br>A federal institution providing diverse education programs, research opportunities, and fostering sustainable development in the state since 1968 | Higher Education | 🇧🇷 São Cristóvão | 3,630 | 1967 |
| 44 | [Fiocruz](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/fiocruz) (fiocruz.br)<br>Promoting health and social development, generating and disseminating scientific and technological knowledge, and promoting citizenship through healthcare research and technology | Pharmaceutical Manufacturing | 🇧🇷 Rio de Janeiro | 3,625 | 1900 |
| 45 | [Universidade Federal de Uberlândia - UFU](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/universidade-federal-de-uberlandia-ufu) (ufu.br)<br>A leading science and technology reference center in Central Brazil with seven campuses, providing education and research opportunities in various fields | Higher Education | 🇧🇷 Uberlândia | 3,530 | 1960 |
| 46 | [Universidade Federal de Lavras](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/universidade-federal-de-lavras) (linktr.ee)<br>A renowned university focused on generating knowledge, innovation, and societal development in various fields through research projects and educational initiatives | Higher Education | 🇧🇷 Lavras | 3,425 | 1908 |
| 47 | [Universidade Federal Rural do Rio de Janeiro](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/universidade-federal-rural-do-rio-de-janeiro) (ufrrj.br)<br>A Brazilian university founded in 1910, offering agriculture and veterinary education with the largest campus in Latin America | Higher Education | 🇧🇷 Seropédica | 3,276 |  |
| 48 | [UFMT - Universidade Federal de Mato Grosso](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/ufmt-universidade-federal-de-mato-grosso) (ufmt.br)<br>Established in 1970, this institution contributes to regional development through undergraduate and postgraduate education, research, and extension programs in various regions of Mato Grosso | Higher Education | 🇧🇷 Cuiabá | 3,174 | 1970 |
| 49 | [Pontifícia Universidade Católica de São Paulo](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/pontificia-universidade-catolica-de-sao-paulo) (www5.pucsp.br)<br>Established in 1946, this renowned Brazilian university upholds Catholic principles while promoting academic freedom and social responsibility, ranking highly nationwide | Higher Education | 🇧🇷 São Paulo | 3,113 | 1946 |
| 50 | [UCS - University of Caxias do Sul](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/ucs-university-of-caxias-do-sul) (ucs.br)<br>A leading higher education institution with over 85 undergraduate programs, 19 master's, and 10 doctoral programs, fostering innovation, research, and societal impact | Higher Education | 🇧🇷 Caxias do Sul | 3,018 | 1967 |
| 51 | [Universidade Federal de Alagoas](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/universidade-federal-de-alagoas) (ufal.br)<br>A federal institution of higher education with multiple campuses offering a wide range of undergraduate, graduate, and distance education programs | Higher Education | 🇧🇷 Maceió | 3,004 | 1961 |
| 52 | [Fundação Faculdade de Medicina](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/fundacao-faculdade-de-medicina) (ffm.br)<br>A non-profit foundation supporting education, research, and healthcare at the University of São Paulo's Medical School and Hospital | Non-profit Organizations | 🇧🇷 São Paulo | 2,999 | 1986 |
| 53 | [UNEB - Universidade do Estado da Bahia](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/uneb-universidade-do-estado-da-bahia) (portal.uneb.br)<br>A leading public university committed to quality education, social development, and reducing inequalities through teaching, research, and community programs | Higher Education | 🇧🇷 Salvador | 2,977 | 1983 |
| 54 | [Universidade Federal de Uberlândia](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/universidade-federal-de-uberlandia) (ufu.br)<br>A leading research and educational institution with multiple campuses in Brazil, specializing in science and technology in the Central region | Higher Education | 🇧🇷 Uberlândia | 2,957 | 1960 |
| 55 | [Pontifícia Universidade Católica de Minas Gerais](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/pontificia-universidade-catolica-de-minas-gerais) (pucminas.br)<br>Leading educational institution in Brazil with multiple campuses, over 54,000 students, and a reputation for academic excellence and research | Higher Education | 🇧🇷 | 2,855 |  |
| 56 | [SENAI CIMATEC](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/senai-cimatec) (senaicimatec.com.br)<br>SENAI CIMATEC specializes in providing advanced technical education and research in various fields such as industrial automation, energy, environment, and innovation | Civic and Social Organizations | 🇧🇷 Salvador | 2,798 |  |
| 57 | [Ifes - Instituto Federal do Espírito Santo](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/ifes-instituto-federal-do-espirito-santo) (ifes.edu.br)<br>A leading educational institution in Espírito Santo offering quality, free public education from technical courses to master's degrees across 22 campuses | Education Administration Programs | 🇧🇷 Vitória | 2,704 | 1909 |
| 58 | [Universidade Estadual do Ceará](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/universidade-estadual-do-ceara) (uece.br)<br>A public state university founded in 1977 with a mission to train professionals to address challenges in the semi-arid region and modernity | Higher Education | 🇧🇷 Fortaleza | 2,575 | 1977 |
| 59 | [UFOP - Universidade Federal de Ouro Preto](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/ufop-universidade-federal-de-ouro-preto) (ufop.br)<br>A prestigious Brazilian university focused on teaching, research, innovation, and community involvement, with campuses in Ouro Preto, Mariana, and João Monlevade | Higher Education | 🇧🇷 Ouro Preto | 2,568 | 1969 |
| 60 | [Universidade do Estado de Minas Gerais](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/universidade-do-estado-de-minas-gerais) (uemg.br)<br>A public and free state university in 16 municipalities in Minas Gerais, Brazil Active on all social media platforms | Higher Education | 🇧🇷 Belo Horizonte | 2,547 | 1989 |
| 61 | [Universidade Federal do Rio Grande - FURG](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/universidade-federal-do-rio-grande-furg) (furg.br)<br>An educational institution located in southern Brazil, with a focus on regional history, culture, and social characteristics | Higher Education | 🇧🇷 Rio Grande | 2,451 | 1969 |
| 62 | [IFRN](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/ifrn) (portal.ifrn.edu.br)<br>Renewing education in Rio Grande do Norte for 113 years with 22 campuses across the state 💚❤️ | Primary and Secondary Education | 🇧🇷 Natal | 2,431 | 1909 |
| 63 | [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 |
| 64 | [Instituto de Cardiologia](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/instituto-de-cardiologia) (cardiologia.org.br)<br>A leading institution in cardiology, providing medical care, education, research, and advancing knowledge in the field with a specialized multidisciplinary team | Hospitals and Health Care | 🇧🇷 Porto Alegre | 2,424 | 1966 |
| 65 | [Unisinos](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/unisinos) (unisinos.br)<br>This private Jesuit university offers undergraduate, master's, and Ph.D. programs across six schools, conducting extensive research and leading in technology and innovation. | Higher Education | 🇧🇷 São Leopoldo | 2,365 | 1969 |
| 66 | [Universidade Federal do ABC](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/universidade-federal-do-abc) (ufabc.edu.br)<br>Federal Government institution in Santo Andre, SP, Brazil Developed the university's Statute and General Regulations for administrative organization and operation | Higher Education | 🇧🇷 Santo André | 2,355 | 2006 |
| 67 | [Universidade Federal do Tocantins](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/universidade-federal-do-tocantins) (linktr.ee)<br>A public entity focused on education, research, and extension, with autonomy in various areas, including financial management It has multiple campuses | Higher Education | 🇧🇷 Palmas | 2,340 | 2000 |
| 68 | [FAPESP](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/fapesp) (fapesp.br)<br>FAPESP is a leading agency funding scientific and technological research in São Paulo, supporting projects, exchanges, and dissemination of knowledge | Research Services | 🇧🇷 São Paulo | 2,334 | 1962 |
| 69 | [UFMA - Universidade Federal do Maranhão](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/ufma-universidade-federal-do-maranhao) (portalpadrao.ufma.br)<br>Official page representing a university in Maranhão, providing information and updates about the institution and its activities | Higher Education | 🇧🇷 São Luís | 2,188 | 1966 |
| 70 | [Universidade Federal do Piauí](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/universidade-federal-do-piaui) (ufpi.br)<br>A leading public university in Brazil, headquartered in Teresina, offering higher education in Piauí and the Northeast region Additional campuses in Picos, Bom Jesus, and Floriano | Higher Education | 🇧🇷 Teresina-PI | 2,155 | 1971 |
| 71 | [IFPI - Instituto Federal do Piauí](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/ifpi-instituto-federal-do-piaui) (ifpi.edu.br)<br>The institution provides higher, basic, and technical education with a focus on professional and technological education in various teaching modalities | Education Administration Programs | 🇧🇷 Teresina | 2,125 |  |
| 72 | [Universidade de Passo Fundo](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/universidade-de-passo-fundo) (upf.br)<br>An esteemed university in Brazil offering a wide variety of educational programs to over 19,000 students, focusing on community impact and knowledge dissemination | Higher Education | 🇧🇷 Passo Fundo | 1,997 | 1968 |
| 73 | [Universidade Estadual de Ponta Grossa](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/universidade-estadual-de-ponta-grossa) (uepg.br)<br>A public university offering a range of undergraduate and postgraduate programs in Paraná, Brazil, with multiple campuses and over 10,000 students | Higher Education | 🇧🇷 Ponta Grossa | 1,987 | 1969 |
| 74 | [Insper Instituto de Ensino e Pesquisa](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/insper-instituto-de-ensino-e-pesquisa) (insper.edu.br)<br>A non-profit institution offering education and research in business, economics, and law, with a modern campus in São Paulo and international partnerships | Higher Education | 🇧🇷 São Paulo | 1,962 | 1987 |
| 75 | [UFSCar - Universidade Federal de São Carlos](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/ufscar-universidade-federal-de-sao-carlos) (ufscar.br)<br>A public institution offering free higher education, the first and only federal university in the interior of Sao Paulo, with multiple campuses | Higher Education | 🇧🇷 São Carlos | 1,838 | 1968 |
| 76 | [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 |
| 77 | [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 |  |
| 78 | [Brazilian Center for Research in Energy and Materials (CNPEM)](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/brazilian-center-for-research-in-energy-and-materials-cnpem) (cnpem.br)<br>A research organization managing four national laboratories focused on synchrotron light, biotechnology, bioenergy, and nanotechnology, offering facilities to academia and industry worldwide | Research Services | 🇧🇷 Campinas | 1,686 | 1997 |
| 79 | [AFIP-Associação Fundo de Incentivo à Pesquisa](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/afip-associacao-fundo-de-incentivo-a-pesquisa) (afip.com.br)<br>A non-profit organization founded in the 1970s to provide financial support for healthcare, research, and community medical services, with a focus on public health | Non-profit Organizations | 🇧🇷 São Paulo | 1,670 | 1976 |
| 80 | [Bio-Manguinhos / Fiocruz](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/bio-manguinhos-fiocruz) (bio.fiocruz.br)<br>A leading unit of a health foundation, producing vaccines, diagnostic kits, and biopharmaceuticals since 1976 to meet public health needs | Biotechnology Research | 🇧🇷 Rio de Janeiro | 1,665 | 1976 |
| 81 | [Universidade Federal Rural do Semi-Árido - Ufersa](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/universidade-federal-rural-do-semi-arido-ufersa) (ufersa.edu.br)<br>A Brazilian public higher education institution with campuses in various municipalities, offering educational programs in agriculture and related fields | Higher Education | 🇧🇷 Mossoró | 1,638 | 1965 |
| 82 | [Universidade Federal de Itajubá](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/universidade-federal-de-itajuba) (unifei.edu.br)<br>A educational institution specializing in engineering, offering undergraduate and postgraduate courses in areas like energy systems, production, and electronics | Higher Education | 🇧🇷 Itajubá | 1,625 | 1913 |
| 83 | [Instituto Nacional de Estudos e Pesquisas Educacionais Anísio Teixeira - Inep](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/instituto-nacional-de-estudos-e-pesquisas-educacionais-anisio-teixeira-inep) (gov.br)<br>This organization provides information and assistance through various social media platforms, as well as a toll-free contact number | Government Administration | 🇧🇷 Brasília | 1,601 |  |
| 84 | [FURB - Universidade de Blumenau](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/furb-universidade-de-blumenau) (furb.br)<br>A leading university in southern Brazil, offering a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate programs, research, and extension activities to approximately 15,000 students | Higher Education | 🇧🇷 Blumenau | 1,597 | 1964 |
| 85 | [IFRO (Instituto Federal de Educação, Ciência e Tecnologia de Rondônia](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/ifro-instituto-federal-de-educacao-ciencia-e-tecnologia-de-rondonia) (ifro.edu.br)<br>Educational institution in Rondônia offering professional, technical, undergraduate, and postgraduate programs, as well as research and extension activities to promote social inclusion and development | Higher Education | 🇧🇷 Porto Velho | 1,537 | 2008 |
| 86 | [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 |
| 87 | [Ufes - Universidade Federal do Espírito Santo](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/ufes-universidade-federal-do-espirito-santo-vitoria) (ufes.br)<br>A leading autonomous institution in Brazil, offering a wide range of undergraduate and graduate programs, conducting research, and providing various services to the community | Higher Education | 🇧🇷 Vitória | 1,512 |  |
| 88 | [UFTM](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/uftm) (uftm.edu.br)<br>A federal higher education institution offering courses in various fields with a strong focus on health care and scientific research | Higher Education | 🇧🇷 Uberaba | 1,508 | 2005 |
| 89 | [Universidade Federal de São João del-Rei - UFSJ](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/universidade-federal-de-sao-joao-del-rei-ufsj) (ufsj.edu.br)<br>A educational institution founded in 1987, offering courses in 5 municipalities through 6 educational units | Higher Education | 🇧🇷 São João del Rei | 1,491 | 1987 |
| 90 | [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 |
| 91 | [Instituto Tecnológico de Aeronáutica - ITA](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/instituto-tecnologico-de-aeronautica-ita) (ita.br)<br>Specialized university institution focused on aerospace education, research, and training of professionals in collaboration with the Brazilian Air Force | Higher Education | 🇧🇷 São José dos Campos | 1,459 | 1950 |
| 92 | [Instituto Nacional de Telecomunicações - Inatel](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/instituto-nacional-de-telecomunicacoes-inatel) (inatel.br)<br>A center of excellence in Engineering education and research, focusing on telecommunications, known for producing talented professionals nationally and internationally | Higher Education | 🇧🇷 Santa Rita do Sapucaí | 1,434 | 1965 |
| 93 | [Universidade Estadual do Maranhão](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/universidade-estadual-do-maranhao) (uema.br)<br>A public research university in Maranhao, Brazil, offering a wide range of degree programs through campus-based and distance learning options | Higher Education | 🇧🇷 São Luís | 1,426 |  |
| 94 | [Instituto Federal de Educação, Ciência e Tecnologia do Amazonas - IFAM](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/instituto-federal-de-educacao-ciencia-e-tecnologia-do-amazonas-ifam) (www2.ifam.edu.br)<br>The organization oversees the Federal Institutes of Education, Science, and Technology in multiple locations, offering a wide range of educational programs and courses | Higher Education | 🇧🇷 Manaus | 1,378 | 1909 |
| 95 | [RNP](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/rnp) (rnp.br)<br>Provides secure, high-capacity internet and personalized services, promoting innovation for education and research across Brazil, connecting universities, institutes, and technology hubs. | Technology, Information and Internet | 🇧🇷 Rio de Janeiro | 1,336 | 1989 |
| 96 | [Fundação Oswaldo Cruz (Fiocruz)](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/fundacao-oswaldo-cruz-fiocruz) (fiocruz.br)<br>Public health institution affiliated with the Ministry of Health, dedicated to healthcare services and initiatives in the public sector | Public Health | 🇧🇷 Rio de Janeiro | 1,328 | 1900 |
| 97 | [EPAGRI](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/epagri) (epagri.sc.gov.br)<br>A website providing information or services related to agriculture in the state of Santa Catarina, Brazil | Government Administration | 🇧🇷 Florianópolis | 1,319 |  |
| 98 | [Universidade Federal do Pampa](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/universidade-federal-do-pampa) (unipampa.edu.br)<br>The organization operates through the website wwwunipampaedubr | Research Services | 🇧🇷 Bagé | 1,299 | 2008 |
| 99 | [Instituto de Pesquisas Tecnológicas](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/instituto-de-pesquisas-tecnologicas) (ipt.br)<br>A non-profit public research institute in Brazil focused on applied research, technical services, innovation, and professional education to support industry and public policies | Research Services | 🇧🇷 São Paulo | 1,298 | 1899 |
| 100 | [Unochapecó - Universidade Comunitária da Região de Chapecó](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/unochapeco-universidade-comunitaria-da-regiao-de-chapeco) (uno.edu.br)<br>A community university focused on regional development through education, professional training, knowledge production, community actions, and social assistance for 40 years | Higher Education | 🇧🇷 Chapecó | 1,279 | 1970 |

## 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.

## More company lists in Brazil

- [The largest companies in Brazil](https://www.tamtam.ai/l/largest-companies-brazil) (16,480)
- [Manufacturers in Brazil](https://www.tamtam.ai/l/manufacturers-brazil) (2,124)
- [Retail chains in Brazil](https://www.tamtam.ai/l/retail-chains-brazil) (1,996)
- [Multinational companies in Brazil](https://www.tamtam.ai/l/multinational-companies-brazil) (1,238)
- [Critical infrastructure operators in Brazil](https://www.tamtam.ai/l/critical-infrastructure-operators-brazil) (1,201)
- [Healthcare providers in Brazil](https://www.tamtam.ai/l/healthcare-providers-brazil) (1,086)
- [Retail companies in Brazil](https://www.tamtam.ai/l/retail-companies-brazil) (1,078)
- [Financial Services companies in Brazil](https://www.tamtam.ai/l/financial-services-companies-brazil) (1,006)
- [Companies with a mobile app in Brazil](https://www.tamtam.ai/l/companies-with-mobile-app-brazil) (927)
- [Financial services firms in Brazil](https://www.tamtam.ai/l/financial-services-firms-brazil) (926)
- [E-commerce companies in Brazil](https://www.tamtam.ai/l/ecommerce-companies-brazil) (802)
- [Companies with in-house R&D in Brazil](https://www.tamtam.ai/l/r-and-d-companies-brazil) (755)
- [Corporate groups and holding companies in Brazil](https://www.tamtam.ai/l/holding-companies-brazil) (720)
- [Food and beverage companies in Brazil](https://www.tamtam.ai/l/food-and-beverage-companies-brazil) (697)
- [Hospitals and Health Care companies in Brazil](https://www.tamtam.ai/l/hospitals-and-health-care-companies-brazil) (664)
- [Distributors and wholesalers in Brazil](https://www.tamtam.ai/l/distributors-and-wholesalers-brazil) (664)
- [IT Services and IT Consulting companies in Brazil](https://www.tamtam.ai/l/it-services-and-it-consulting-companies-brazil) (661)
- [Public sector organisations in Brazil](https://www.tamtam.ai/l/public-sector-organisations-brazil) (584)
- [Higher Education companies in Brazil](https://www.tamtam.ai/l/higher-education-companies-brazil) (577)
- [Logistics companies in Brazil](https://www.tamtam.ai/l/logistics-companies-brazil) (546)
- [Professional services firms in Brazil](https://www.tamtam.ai/l/professional-services-firms-brazil) (544)
- [Agriculture companies in Brazil](https://www.tamtam.ai/l/agriculture-companies-brazil) (520)
- [Food and Beverage Services companies in Brazil](https://www.tamtam.ai/l/food-and-beverage-services-companies-brazil) (516)
- [Construction companies in Brazil](https://www.tamtam.ai/l/construction-companies-brazil) (497)

## The same list elsewhere in Brazil

- [Research institutes in São Paulo State](https://www.tamtam.ai/l/research-institutes-sao-paulo-state) (62)
- [Research institutes in Rio de Janeiro State](https://www.tamtam.ai/l/research-institutes-rio-de-janeiro-state) (33)
- [Research institutes in Minas Gerais](https://www.tamtam.ai/l/research-institutes-minas-gerais) (31)
- [Research institutes in São Paulo](https://www.tamtam.ai/l/research-institutes-sao-paulo) (32)
- [Research institutes in Rio de Janeiro](https://www.tamtam.ai/l/research-institutes-rio-de-janeiro) (28)

## The same list elsewhere

- [Research institutes in the world](https://www.tamtam.ai/l/research-institutes-in-the-world) (5,686)
- [Research institutes in Latin America](https://www.tamtam.ai/l/research-institutes-in-latin-america) (512)

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