(Key) Milestones
- Protech was founded as a healthtech company focused on filtration materials for SARS-CoV-2.
- A spin-off of Embrapa Instrumentação.
- Initiation of R&D on nanomaterials with support from FAPESP (PIPE Phase 1).
- Financial support from MCTI/CNPq and facilities at the São Carlos Technology Park.
- Continued R&D on sustainable nanomaterials for filtration, in partnership with FAPESP (PIPE Phase 2).
- Financial support from FAPESP/CNPq to help young PhD graduates establish themselves.
- Award from the São Carlos City Government to encourage health-related startups.
- Financial support from MCTI/CNPq – R&D&I projects for impact businesses.
- Launch of compressed air filters incorporating nanotechnology, through the circular economy.
- SP Global Tech/InvestSP training and participation in the Web Summit in Lisbon.
- InvestSP Program.
- Patent application filed with the INPI
- Financial support – launch of a project funded by FAPESP (PIPE – Phase 2) to conduct R&D.
- Training in exporting and accessing international markets.
