
Each edition of the program takes place in two phases, with one week in Brazil and another in Switzerland. With 10 Brazilian and 8 Swiss startups participating this year, the AIT Camp week in Brazil will offer a deep dive into the country’s startup and innovation ecosystem.
Taking place from September 8 to 12, the camp will feature expert sessions on doing business in Brazil, the local DeepTech landscape, best practices in entrepreneurship, pitching to investors, and opportunities for science-based startups. The Swiss-Brazilian delegation will also meet key players, stakeholders and potential partners, fostering international collaboration and encouraging everyone involved to think beyond borders.
The Program is powered by Swissnex in Brazil, the Leading House Latin America (University of St.Gallen), the Brazilian Ministry of Science, Technology, and Innovation (MCTI), and the Brazilian National Council for Scientific and Technological Development (CNPq).
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Swiss startups in this edition are innovating in sectors such as advanced materials, medtech, industrial digitalization, agritech, foodtech and AI for the biopharma industry. Their solutions address global challenges from sustainable manufacturing and food security to improved healthcare and climate resilience. Meet the participants.
Swiss Startups
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Virginia Ortiz | Founder of Balmo
Virginia Ortiz
BalmoOral Care Solutions is redefining oral health with Balmo, a clinically-driven gel that brings lasting relief to people suffering from dry mouth due to chronic illness or medical treatments.
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Gwenael Hannema | CEO at OrthoSens
Gwenael Hannema
OrthoSensOrthoSens turns standard orthopedic implants into smart, connected devices using battery-free sensors and a digital platform, unlocking real-time, personalized recovery insights to reduce complications, empower patients and transform post-surgical care.
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Margareta Rybarikova | Founder of LemanFenix
Margareta Rybarikova
LemanFenixLemanFenix is developing the first preventive thermoregulatory supplement to combat heat stress in poultry, enhancing animal welfare and ensuring food security in a warming world.
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Gregor Perich | CEO and Co-Founder of Terensis
Gregor Perich
TerensisTerensis provides an agricultural intelligence platform which makes it easy for players in the agrifood chain to calculate their price risks when sourcing agri-commodities.
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Poorya Amini | CEO at Risklick
Poorya Amini
RisklickRisklick has developed the first AI-based software that enables biopharma companies to reduce clinical trial protocol design and development time by 50% and significantly increase the chances of success
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Aurélien Ducrey | CEO and Co-Founder of ProSeed
Aurélien Ducrey
ProSeedProSeed offers efficient, food-safe and renewable-energy microwave drying machines that enable food and beverage producers to turn wet by-products like brewers’ spent grain and soy okara into valuable food-grade materials on-site.
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Thomas Goetschmann | CEO at TINAMU
Thomas Goetschmann
TINAMUTINAMU helps traditional industries to digitize by capturing new digital data in tough industrial environments with flying sensors, for example by providing precise, digital and fraud-free inventory monitoring to commodity manufacturers with advanced algorithm-based analytics.
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Timur Ashirov | CEO and Founder of SEPARATIC
Timur Ashirov
SEPARATICSEPARATIC is developing cutting-edge graphene membranes for carbon capture and hydrogen separation that can significantly reduce the gas separation costs.
Brazilian startups in this edition are driving innovation in areas such as sustainable packaging, blue bioeconomy, food safety, structural monitoring, climate resilience, biotechnology, agritech, foodtech, robotics, logistics intelligence and molecular screening. Their solutions tackle pressing challenges from environmental preservation and sustainable production to public safety, health and advanced scientific research. Meet the participants.
Brazlian Startups
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Fabiane Almeida | CEO and Co-Founder of Aqua Viridi
Fabiane Almeida
Aqua ViridiAqua Viridi is a biotech startup born in the heart of the Amazon, on a mission to regenerate agroindustry supply chains through microalgae-based solutions. We develop functional ingredients for animal nutrition, biofertilizers, and bioproducts that serve as sustainable alternatives to soy and synthetic agrochemicals — reducing deforestation, emissions, and resource overuse.
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Luiz Torres Neto | CEO at Alvitta
Luiz Torres Neto
AlvittaAlvitta is a science-based company focused on developing natural ingredients for the food industry. Using advanced encapsulation technologies, our solutions promote effective preservation, health, and sustainability, all aligned with food safety and the future of food. We help transform products through natural and safe innovation.
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Olivia Carr | CSO at Qnity
Olivia Carr
QnityQnity is a deeptech startup pioneering a quantum electrochemistry platform for ultra-sensitive, label-free molecular interaction analysis. Our technology enables attomolar-level detection, offering a novel alternative to ELISA and SPR, with broader molecular compatibility and significantly higher sensitivity.
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Igor Pinto | CEO and Founder of Bioplazon
Igor Pinto
Bioplazon - Amazon BioplasticsBioplazon is a Brazilian climate-tech startup transforming agro-industrial residues from the Amazon into sustainable packaging solutions. We develop advanced biodegradable and compostable bioplastics, as well as a proprietary biopolymer blend combining traditional plastics with up to 40% agro-waste, significantly reducing carbon footprint. Our mission is to accelerate the transition from fossil-based materials to circular, nature-based alternatives that meet industry standards without compromising the planet. Grounded in scientific research and ESG principles, Bioplazon bridges deep-tech innovation with environmental impact, creating scalable solutions for the global packaging industry.
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Thaís Montanheiro | CEO and Co-founder of SHM Innovative Solutions
Thaís Montanheiro
SHM Innovative SolutionsSHM Innovative Solutions is a startup dedicated to the development of non-intrusive structural health monitoring systems for critical systems and infrastructure such as pipelines, naval, automotive and aerospace components, and civil engineering structures. Our solutions integrate advanced sensors and wireless data acquisition and transmission systems, enabling real-time damage detection. By providing early warning of structural failures, our technology helps prevent accidents, reduce maintenance costs, and extend the lifespan of structures, offering a smarter and safer approach to asset management.
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Marcelo Pereira | Founder of LOGICO
Marcelo Pereira
LOGICOLOGICO is an innovative SaaS platform designed to transform cost management and pricing strategies in logistics companies. Tailored specifically for freight carriers and third-party logistics (3PL) operators, LOGICO empowers businesses with full visibility and control over their operational costs.
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Esdras Salgado | Co-Founder and Mechanical Engineer of PipeX Robotic Systems
Esdras Salgado
PipeX Robotic SystemsPipeX Robotic Systems develops bioinspired and autonomous robotic solutions for offshore inspection. Our patented dual-module system enables internal and external riser inspection in deep waters, reducing operational risks and costs. We aim to bring cutting-edge engineering to the energy sector with impactful and scalable technology.
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Leonardo Fernandes | Scientific Advisor and PhD Student at Scienco Biotech
Leonardo Fernandes
Scienco Biotech and BiolaborScienco Biotech & Biolabor: Pioneering Brazilian Biotechnology for Global Impact. Founded in 2016 by Brazilian scientists, Scienco is a trailblazer in supplying high-quality reagents for immunoassays, protein analysis, and molecular biology. With a commitment to local production and cutting-edge R&D.
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Vitor Hugo | COO at TideSat
Vitor Hugo
TideSatTideSat offers a complete service for water level monitoring — from the IoT water-level sensor to the cloud computing and data access online. Our flexible system is suitable for rivers, dams, and coastal areas. Our unique sensor operates from a safe distance from the water, ensuring functionality even during extreme events. It is low-cost, easy to install, and operates autonomously. TideSat empowers governments, vulnerable communities, and stakeholders in sanitation, ports, and navigation with reliable, real-time data to enhance flood response, strengthen climate resilience, and improve water resource management.
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Felipe Cohen | CEO at Urbansea
Felipe Cohen
UrbanseaUrbansea is a deeptech startup that leverages aquaculture-based technology to develop cultivation systems and products from native Brazilian seaweeds for the food and dietary supplement markets. The company focuses on producing native macroalgae through precision integrated multitrophic aquaculture, aiming to deliver innovative, plant-based products that are diverse, fresh, and safe. Urbansea stands out for offering consistent supply and high-quality standards, contributing to a more sustainable and reliable seaweed value chain.
Aris Mukherjee, participant of the AIT Brazil 10
For Swiss founders who are keen to explore the Brazilian market, there is no better entry point than AIT Brazil. For me it resulted in many useful learnings and meaningful connections."


AIT Brazil
The Academia–Industry Training (AIT) Brazil connects researcher-entrepreneurs from Switzerland and Brazil, turning cutting-edge research into innovations ready for the market. It offers participants a unique chance to discover new ecosystems and business opportunities and build lasting international partnerships. AIT Brazil is powered by Swissnex in Brazil, the Leading House Latin America (University of St.Gallen), the Brazilian Ministry of Science, Technology, and Innovation (MCTI), and the Brazilian National Council for Scientific and Technological Development (CNPq).
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Program Manager for Innovation and Startups
As Program Manager, Isabela leads AIT Brazil on the Swissnex in Brazil side and related initiatives, fostering collaboration between Switzerland and Brazil in innovation and entrepreneurship. With experience supporting startup internationalization, public-private partnerships, and strategic alliances, she plays a key role in building bridges that create real impact across both ecosystems. Get in touch with Isabela to learn more.