A partnership that has been yielding a lot of innovation is the one established between Natura and the Technological Research Institute (IPT). In recent years, the two organizations have been working together, with a focus on the areas of nanotechnology and biotechnology.
The IPT is a research institute linked to the Secretariat of Economic Development, Science, Technology, and Innovation of the State of São Paulo. Its mission is to provide technological solutions and services that enhance the competitiveness of companies and promote quality of life. Since 2012, IPT and Natura have been collaborating on different projects.
The partnership in the field of nanotechnology has already resulted in three patents, with the pioneering application of nanotechnology in cosmetics and the execution of tests and reproduction on an industrial scale. The innovation is not yet ready to hit the market, but it continues to be improved.
In the area of biotechnology, efforts have focused on reusing waste from the process of manufacturing oilseed raw materials from Brazilian biodiversity, transforming them into inputs for cosmetic application. This initiative even led to IPT being awarded as a technology partner in the 2015 Cycle of iQLICAR, a program that recognizes Natura's innovation partners.
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