# 50 leading Research Services companies in Brazil

Tamtam tracks 65 Research Services companies headquartered in Brazil. This list ranks the 50 largest by number of employees on LinkedIn, led by Universidade Estadual de Campinas, Universidade de Brasília and Universidade Federal de Pelotas. Their median headcount is 495. Half of them were founded in 1974 or later. The most common headquarters are Rio de Janeiro (7), São Paulo (6) and Campinas (4).

These Brazilian research services companies represent a mix of public universities, government-funded research institutes, and private sector players. They range from large institutions like Universidade Estadual de Campinas, a public university focused on science education, and Universidade de Brasília, offering a wide array of programs, to specialized entities such as Kantar IBOPE Media, a global provider of audience measurement, and FAPESP, which funds scientific research in São Paulo.

A significant number of these organizations are headquartered in São Paulo, including Instituto de Pesquisas Tecnológicas, a public research institute supporting industry, and Trabalhadora autonoma, which provides therapy services and is active in research. Another cluster of companies is found in Campinas, exemplified by the Brazilian Center for Research in Energy and Materials (CNPEM), managing national laboratories. The presence of several large public universities indicates a strong public sector involvement in research.

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

| # | Company | Industry | Headquarters | Employees | Founded |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | [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 |
| 2 | [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 |  |
| 3 | [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 |
| 4 | [Kantar IBOPE Media](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/kantar-ibope-media) (fifty5blue.com)<br>A global provider of data, audience measurement, targeting, analysis, and advertising intelligence services across multiple platforms and channels for informed decision-making and business growth | Research Services | 🇧🇷 São Paulo | 3,233 | 1942 |
| 5 | [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 |
| 6 | [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 |
| 7 | [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 |
| 8 | [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 |
| 9 | [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 |
| 10 | [CPRM - SERVIÇO GEOLÓGICO DO BRASIL](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/cprm-servico-geologico-do-brasil) (gov.br)<br>Public organization under Ministry of Mines and Energy, focused on geological and hydrological research to support Brazil's sustainable development | Research Services | 🇧🇷 | 933 |  |
| 11 | [Embrapa](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/embrapa) (embrapa.br)<br>Specializing in computational biology, our laboratory focuses on research at the intersection of agriculture and information technology | Research Services | 🇧🇷 | 740 |  |
| 12 | [CEPEL](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/cepel) (cepel.br)<br>A research center focused on power generation, transmission, and distribution, with over 35 years of experience in energy research and development | Research Services | 🇧🇷 Rio de Janeiro | 711 | 1974 |
| 13 | [USP / ESALQ](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/usp-esalq) (esalq.usp.br)<br>Agricultural school affiliated with University of São Paulo offering educational programs in agriculture, environmental sciences, and related fields | Research Services | 🇧🇷 Piracicaba | 638 | 1901 |
| 14 | [Manancial](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/manancial) (cedae.com.br)<br>We are a laboratory of socio-environmental innovations, born from the creativity of water treatment workers, focused on sustainability and social justice | Research Services | 🇧🇷 Rio de Janeiro | 610 | 2022 |
| 15 | [Faculdade de Medicina de São José do Rio Preto - FAMERP](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/faculdade-de-medicina-de-sao-jose-do-rio-preto-famerp) (famerp.br)<br>A leading educational institution in Brazil specializing in medicine and nursing education, scientific research, and community healthcare since 1968 | Research Services | 🇧🇷 São José do Rio Preto | 595 | 1968 |
| 16 | [IMPA](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/impa) (impa.br)<br>A research institution and graduate school linked to the Brazilian Ministries of Science and Education, focused on pure and applied mathematics | Research Services | 🇧🇷 Rio de Janeiro | 577 | 1952 |
| 17 | [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 |
| 18 | [Instituto Venezolano de Investigaciones Científicas (IVIC)](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/instituto-venezolano-de-investigaciones-cientificas-ivic) (ivic.gob.ve)<br>The organization conducts scientific research, technological development, and training to generate new knowledge and provide services in Venezuela and worldwide | Research Services | 🇧🇷 Altos de Pipe | 535 | 1955 |
| 19 | [Fundação CAEd](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/fundacao-caed) (institucional.caeddigital.net)<br>A research and technology development center focusing on educational assessment, public policy, and professional development to improve public education in Brazil | Research Services | 🇧🇷 Juiz de Fora | 522 | 2001 |
| 20 | [Instituto D'Or de Pesquisa e Ensino](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/instituto-d-or-de-pesquisa-e-ensino) (idor.org)<br>Nonprofit organization promoting scientific progress in healthcare through education, research, and collaboration with institutions and investigators for innovation | Research Services | 🇧🇷 Rio de Janeiro | 519 | 2010 |
| 21 | [Serviço Geológico do Brasil](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/servico-geologico-do-brasil) (sgb.gov.br)<br>We generate and disseminate geoscientific knowledge for the transformation of Brazil through the Ministry of Mines and Energy Learn more | Research Services | 🇧🇷 Brasília | 517 | 1969 |
| 22 | [Fundação para Inovações Tecnológicas - FITec](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/fundacao-para-inovacoes-tecnologicas-fitec) (fitec.org.br)<br>A technology institution providing research, development, engineering, consulting, and certification services in telecommunications, IT, electric power, and automation sectors | Research Services | 🇧🇷 Recife | 516 | 1997 |
| 23 | [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 |
| 24 | [Instituto Nacional de Tecnologia](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/instituto-nacional-de-tecnologia) (gov.br)<br>Innovative technology solutions, specialized services in energy, oil/gas, renewable energy, industrial health, defense, green chemistry, and social technologies through 19 laboratories | Research Services | 🇧🇷 Rio de Janeiro | 499 | 1921 |
| 25 | [Assert IFPB](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/assert-ifpb) (assert.ifpb.edu.br)<br>A research group focused on developing innovative hardware and software solutions for manufacturing and consumer electronics at a technical institute | Research Services | 🇧🇷 João Pessoa | 495 | 2016 |
| 26 | [VIRTUS](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/virtus-campina-grande) (virtus.ufcg.edu.br)<br>Research and develop innovative technology solutions in the fields of Information Technology, Communication, and Automation Affiliated with CEEI/UFCG | Research Services | 🇧🇷 Campina Grande | 487 | 2016 |
| 27 | [Empresa de Pesquisa Energética](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/empresa-de-pesquisa-energetica) (linktr.ee)<br>Specializing in energy research, the company provides services for studies to support planning in various sectors such as electricity, oil, gas, coal, and renewable energy | Research Services | 🇧🇷 Rio de Janeiro | 478 |  |
| 28 | [ETC \| UFMA](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/etc-ufma) (linktr.ee)<br>Research group at the Federal University of Maranhão focusing on communication, technology, and economics | Research Services | 🇧🇷 São Luís | 473 | 2018 |
| 29 | [Faculdade de Ciências Médicas da Unicamp](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/faculdade-de-ciencias-medicas-da-unicamp) (portal.fcm.unicamp.br)<br>An institution offering undergraduate and postgraduate programs in Medicine and Speech Therapy, as well as medical residency programs and research opportunities | Research Services | 🇧🇷 Campinas | 469 | 1963 |
| 30 | [Instituto de Saúde](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/instituto-de-saude) (saude.sp.gov.br)<br>The organization evaluates health policies, conducts scientific research, and promotes technological innovation to improve public health policies and the quality of life | Research Services | 🇧🇷 São Paulo | 467 | 1969 |
| 31 | [Fundação CERTI](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/fundacao-certi) (certi.org.br)<br>A technology-based institution in Brazil specializing in R&D, hardware and software design, manufacturing, and providing consulting services in various industries | Research Services | 🇧🇷 Florianópolis | 448 | 1984 |
| 32 | [INDT - Instituto de Desenvolvimento Tecnológico](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/indt-instituto-de-desenvolvimento-tecnologico) (indt.org.br)<br>Delivering technology, innovation, and digital transformation through research and development, with over 20 years of experience in the market | Research Services | 🇧🇷 Manaus | 418 | 2001 |
| 33 | [FADESP](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/fadesp) (fadesp.org.br)<br>Specializing in managing research, teaching, extension, and innovation projects for various institutions, focusing on the Amazon environment and sustainable development goals | Research Services | 🇧🇷 Belem | 397 |  |
| 34 | [Instituto SENAI de Santa Catarina](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/instituto-senai-de-santa-catarina) (institutos.sc.senai.br)<br>The SENAI Innovation Institutes network bridges academia and national business needs through applied research, practical knowledge, and development of customized solutions | Research Services | 🇧🇷 Florianópolis | 386 | 2012 |
| 35 | [Instituto Capixaba de Ensino, Pesquisa e Inovação (ICEPi)](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/instituto-capixaba-de-ensino-pesquisa-e-inovacao-icepi)<br>A research and education institute in health established by the Department of Health in Espirito Santo to improve the quality of healthcare services | Research Services | 🇧🇷 Vitória | 385 | 2019 |
| 36 | [INSTITUTO EVANDRO CHAGAS](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/instituto-evandro-chagas) (iec.gov.br)<br>Biomedical research institute providing public health services under the Ministry of Health, specializing in research and health services | Research Services | 🇧🇷 Ananindeua | 380 | 1936 |
| 37 | [Rede SENAI-RS de Institutos de Tecnologia e Inovação](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/rede-senai-rs-de-institutos-de-tecnologia-e-inovacao) (senairs.org.br)<br>Specializing in sensor technology innovation for industrial processes & products, offering expertise in manufacturing, hardware/software development, human-machine interaction, and defect traceability using digital tools | Research Services | 🇧🇷 Porto Alegre | 375 |  |
| 38 | [Instituto de Ciências Matemáticas e de Computação (ICMC) - USP](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/instituto-de-ciencias-matematicas-e-de-computacao-icmc-usp) (icmc.usp.br)<br>An academic institute offering undergraduate and graduate programs in mathematics, applied mathematics, computer science, and statistics, conducting internationally recognized research, and collaborating with industry and government | Research Services | 🇧🇷 São Carlos | 361 | 1971 |
| 39 | [EPAMIG](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/epamig) (epamig.br)<br>Leading agricultural research agency in the state of Minas Gerais, specializing in agribusiness and livestock sector studies and innovations | Research Services | 🇧🇷 Belo Horizonte | 354 | 1974 |
| 40 | [Instituto de Pesquisas Jardim Botânico do Rio de Janeiro](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/instituto-de-pesquisas-jardim-botanico-do-rio-de-janeiro) (gov.br)<br>Specializes in botanical research and conservation efforts in Brazil, focusing on preserving the country's unique plant species and ecosystems | Research Services | 🇧🇷 Rio de Janeiro | 342 |  |
| 41 | [Centro de Inovação Edge](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/centro-de-inovacao-edge) (edge.ufal.br)<br>An innovation center affiliated with a university focused on research and development of software and hardware for industry, particularly in artificial intelligence and automation | Research Services | 🇧🇷 Maceió | 335 | 2015 |
| 42 | [Intertek](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/intertek) (intertek-br.com)<br>A multinational group providing high-tech analysis services for the food, environmental, and agrosciences sectors with a focus on excellence and precision | Research Services | 🇧🇷 Mirassol | 330 | 1990 |
| 43 | [Instituto Biológico](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/instituto-biologico) (biologico.sp.gov.br)<br>The Biological Institute develops and shares scientific knowledge in animal and plant health, environmental impact, aiming to improve population's quality of life | Research Services | 🇧🇷 São Paulo | 329 | 1927 |
| 44 | [Instituto Alma Viva](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/instituto-alma-viva) (almavivabrasil.com)<br>A center in Brazil focused on expanding access to psychedelic therapy through legal means for severe mental health conditions | Research Services | 🇧🇷 São Paulo | 324 |  |
| 45 | [ITAL - Instituto de Tecnologia de Alimentos](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/ital-instituto-de-tecnologia-de-alimentos) (ital.agricultura.sp.gov.br)<br>Specializing in food and beverage technology, research, and packaging, the organization focuses on extending product shelf life and promoting consumer health and safety | Research Services | 🇧🇷 Campinas | 311 | 1963 |
| 46 | [BIOPOLIS-CIBIO](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/biopolis-cibio) (cibio.up.pt)<br>Internationally recognized research unit conducting basic and applied research on biodiversity, evolutionary biology, genetic resources, and conservation with a focus on education and public awareness | Research Services | 🇧🇷 Vairão | 278 | 2002 |
| 47 | [Eurofins do Brasil Análises de Alimentos e Ambientais](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/eurofins-do-brasil-analises-de-alimentos-e-ambientais) (eurofins.com.br)<br>A global leader in food, environmental, and pharmaceutical analysis, as well as agroscience, genomics, and clinical diagnostics, with over 50,000 employees in 50 countries | Research Services | 🇧🇷 Indaiatuba | 252 | 1987 |
| 48 | [FAPESB](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/fapesb) (fapesb.ba.gov.br)<br>An organization providing support for research activities in the state of Bahia | Research Services | 🇧🇷 Salvador | 233 |  |
| 49 | [Fapesc](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/fapesc) (fapesc.sc.gov.br)<br>Research and innovation foundation in the state of Santa Catarina supporting projects in various fields | Research Services | 🇧🇷 Florianópolis | 185 | 2005 |
| 50 | [Fundecitrus](https://www.tamtam.ai/c/fundecitrus) (fundecitrus.com.br)<br>A private association in São Paulo supported by citrus growers and juice industries, promoting sustainable development of the citrus industry | Research Services | 🇧🇷 Araraquara | 184 | 1977 |

## 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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