SM BioProtect is a nanoengineered adjuvant platform designed to improve the stability, viability, and field performance of biological products used in agriculture. The technology was developed to address one of the most significant challenges facing the rapidly growing biologicals industry: the loss of efficacy caused by environmental stress during formulation, storage, transportation, and field application. Biological products, including microbial inoculants, biopesticides, and fermentation-derived metabolites, are highly sensitive to ultraviolet radiation, temperature fluctuations, oxidation, and other environmental factors. As a result, a significant portion of their potential performance can be lost before reaching the target, creating economic losses for manufacturers and reducing consistency for growers. SM BioProtec combines expertise in nanotechnology, formulation science, and biological product development to create multifunctional nanoengineered adjuvants capable of protecting sensitive active ingredients while maintaining compatibility with existing production and application systems. The platform can be integrated into formulations or used as an application additive, offering flexibility for different biological products and market needs. Our technology is designed to provide multiple benefits simultaneously, including enhanced UV protection, improved thermal stability, increased shelf life, better persistence after application, and greater reliability under field conditions. Unlike conventional stabilization approaches that typically focus on a single mechanism, SM BioProtect leverages advanced nanoformulation strategies to deliver multifunctional protection and performance enhancement. To date, the platform has demonstrated promising results in laboratory evaluations, including improved protection against UV exposure, enhanced thermal stability, and compatibility with microbial-based products. Preliminary studies indicate significant potential to increase biological product robustness while maintaining operational feasibility and scalability. The next phase of development includes collaborative validation with industry partners, greenhouse and field testing, optimization for different classes of biological products, and advancement toward commercial deployment. We are actively seeking co-development partners, strategic investors, funding opportunities, and international collaborators interested in evaluating and implementing next-generation technologies for biological product stabilization and performance enhancement. SM BioProtect aims to help biological solutions achieve the reliability, consistency, and scalability required to accelerate the transition toward more sustainable and efficient agricultural systems.
Small Nanotechnology is a deep tech spin-off from the Institute of Physics of São Carlos (IFSC/USP) in Brazil, specializing in the research and development of nanotechnological solutions for the agribusiness sector. The company focuses on creating scalable, sustainable nano and microstructured platforms, utilizing biodegradable raw materials aligned with green chemistry principles. Their portfolio includes the development of platforms for the efficient delivery of nutrients and defensives, chemical and biological compatibility for sustainable product formulations, and structures designed to optimize the stability and shelf-life of biological products.
Their services and solutions are designed to enhance productivity and sustainability in the agroindustrial sector. They provide intelligent and assertive fertilization, pest control solutions, and the development of efficient chemical and biological agents. Additionally, the company offers specialized consulting, methodology validation, and laboratory testing including physical-chemical, rheological, and texture analyses. These offerings aim to transform scientific advancements into technological innovations that support agricultural performance.