These São Paulo State research services companies include a mix of large public institutions and specialized private firms. Trabalhadora autonoma specializes in therapy services and research groups, while Universidade Estadual de Campinas is a public university with a focus on science education. Kantar IBOPE Media provides data and audience measurement, and FAPESP funds scientific and technological research.
A notable pattern among these companies is the presence of several large public educational and research institutions, often with a long history. Instituto de Pesquisas Tecnológicas, founded in 1899, is a non-profit public research institute, and USP / ESALQ, founded in 1901, is an agricultural school.
| # | Company | Employees | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Universidade Estadual de Campinasunicamp.br
Public university in São Paulo, Brazil, with a focus on science education Offers undergraduate and graduate programs with multiple campuses |
12,392 | |||
| 2 |
Kantar IBOPE Mediafifty5blue.com
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 |
3,233 | |||
| 3 | 2,334 | ||||
| 4 |
Brazilian Center for Research in Energy and Materials (CNPEM)cnpem.br
A research organization managing four national laboratories focused on synchrotron light, biotechnology, bioenergy, and nanotechnology, offering facilities to academia and industry worldwide |
1,686 | |||
| 5 |
Instituto de Pesquisas Tecnológicasipt.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 |
1,298 | |||
| 6 | 
USP / ESALQesalq.usp.br
Agricultural school affiliated with University of São Paulo offering educational programs in agriculture, environmental sciences, and related fields |
638 | |||
| 7 |
Faculdade de Medicina de São José do Rio Preto - FAMERPfamerp.br
A leading educational institution in Brazil specializing in medicine and nursing education, scientific research, and community healthcare since 1968 |
595 | |||
| 8 |
Faculdade de Ciências Médicas da Unicampportal.fcm.unicamp.br
An institution offering undergraduate and postgraduate programs in Medicine and Speech Therapy, as well as medical residency programs and research opportunities |
469 | |||
| 9 |
Instituto de Saúdesaude.sp.gov.br
The organization evaluates health policies, conducts scientific research, and promotes technological innovation to improve public health policies and the quality of life |
467 | |||
| 10 |
Instituto de Ciências Matemáticas e de Computação (ICMC) - USPicmc.usp.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 |
361 | |||
| 11 |
Intertekintertek-br.com
A multinational group providing high-tech analysis services for the food, environmental, and agrosciences sectors with a focus on excellence and precision |
330 | |||
| 12 |
Instituto Biológicobiologico.sp.gov.br
The Biological Institute develops and shares scientific knowledge in animal and plant health, environmental impact, aiming to improve population's quality of life |
329 | |||
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| 13 |
Instituto Alma Vivaalmavivabrasil.com
A center in Brazil focused on expanding access to psychedelic therapy through legal means for severe mental health conditions |
324 | |||
| 14 |
ITAL - Instituto de Tecnologia de Alimentosital.agricultura.sp.gov.br
Specializing in food and beverage technology, research, and packaging, the organization focuses on extending product shelf life and promoting consumer health and safety |
311 | |||
| 15 |
Eurofins do Brasil Análises de Alimentos e Ambientaiseurofins.com.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 |
252 | |||
| 16 |
Fundecitrusfundecitrus.com.br
A private association in São Paulo supported by citrus growers and juice industries, promoting sustainable development of the citrus industry |
184 | |||
| 17 |
Fundepagportal.fundepag.br
A non-profit foundation founded in 1978 by influential business groups, facilitating partnerships between public institutions and private sector, to advance scientific and technological development |
181 | |||
| 18 |
ALS Beautyalsglobal.com
Leader in cosmetic product safety and efficacy testing in Brazil, now specializing in clinical research for cosmetics, pharmaceuticals, and household products |
174 | |||
| 19 |
Fundação de Apoio ao IPT - FIPTfipt.org.br
Supporting research and education in science, technology, and innovation to enhance development and progress in various fields |
172 | |||
| 20 |
Kosmosciencekosmoscience.com
Specializes in conducting efficacy tests on cosmetic products to ensure performance and quality |
171 | |||
| 21 |
Instituto Ânimainstitutoanima.org.br
A non-profit institute promoting social, environmental, and scientific projects to enhance technology and social development in partnership with Ânima schools and society |
170 | |||
| 22 |
Instituto do Sono | AFIPinstitutodosono.com
A pioneer in sleep research, diagnosis, and treatment with a diverse group of researchers, offering services, training, and teaching in Brazil |
157 | |||
| 23 |
CPQuali Pesquisa Clínica
Specialized in conducting clinical studies with a highly qualified interdisciplinary team including doctors, pharmacists, and nurses from various specialties |
146 | |||
| 24 |
GIPSOeach.usp.br
The group conducts interdisciplinary sleep research at the University of Sao Paulo's School of Arts, Sciences and Humanities |
7 | |||
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