Integra Bioprocessos e Análises Information

Integra is a company specialized in microbial development for chemical production using renewable energy. As a tool, we use metabolic engineering, consisting in the manipulation of microbial pathways in order to favor chemical production. We seek to increase yield and productivity coupled with a sustainable process. Our company minimizes the production of waste and toxicity, resulting in more efficient and environmentally friendly bioprocesses. Integra bases its product portfolio in robust microorganisms, able to produce chemicals that replace petroleum derivatives. We have developed new technologies to produce biosurfactants and bioplastics through microbial metabolic engineering. Our products aim to meet the demands of the cosmetic, polymer, plastic and lubricant industries. Our team of researchers is specialized in fermentation technology, metabolic engineering, biochemistry, molecular biology and analytical chemistry. We value team spirit combined with a multidisciplinary environment, which we believe to be a requirement in order to meet the daily challenges of working in the biotechnology field. It is with this vision that our company innovates, while understanding that the engineering of microorganisms, the establishment of fermentation processes, as well as the analysis and quality control of all production stages are intrinsically linked to the success of each project in the area. Integra was founded in August 2012 and has cutting-edge facilities for the development of all production stages. Financial support comes from Brazilian governmental funding agencies. The company constantly seeks for new partners in the private sector.