São Paulo State University

São Paulo State University (UNESP) is a comprehensive public research university with a statewide, multi-campus footprint across São Paulo and a strong applied-research culture. Co-located clinical and veterinary teaching hospitals, field stations, and specialized labs enable translational work and access to real-world testbeds. Its campuses sit near Brazil’s highest-density industrial corridor, connecting partners to suppliers, technology parks, and talent pipelines across metropolitan and interior regions. Research is supported by competitive funding from FAPESP, CNPq, CAPES, and FINEP, alongside industry-sponsored contracts. A dedicated innovation and technology transfer office provides IP management, licensing, startup support, and streamlined pathways for contract research and collaboration.