Company
RESEARCH
Our purpose
Founded in 2008, Inovapotek was born from the vision of our CEO, Marta de Oliveira Ferreira, to bring science to the service of society. Since then, inovapotek has been built based on scientific excellence in the development and testing of innovative products that meet the regulatory demands and the consumer needs. Today, we drive innovation through dermatological, tailor-made R&D projects and precise planning.
Our culture is rooted in trust and empathy, fostering open communication and empowered team members who are supported at every step. By simplifying processes and executing with rigor, we ensure maximum efficiency and on-time delivery. At Inovapotek, we don’t just take on projects—we build partnerships based on integrity and a shared vision for your success.
At inovapotek, our clients are at the center of everything we do, and every solution we deliver is based on rigorous science to make a real impact.
Marta de Oliveira Ferreira, CEO
WHO WE ARE
Inovapotek is a Contract Research Organization (CRO) that offers a wide range of tailored research and testing services in dermatology. Our services cater to various industries such as Personal Care, Medical Devices, and Food Supplements, including Formulation development, stability studies, safety and efficacy studies, regulatory affairs, and consulting and training services. From concept to market, inovapotek is your strategic R&D partner.
Over the past 18 years, guided by passion, innovation, and quality, we have built a strong technical and scientific expertise, allowing us to establish ourselves as the second-largest Portuguese CRO in the cosmetic sector. Most importantly, by fostering a culture rooted in the people, empathy, and open communication, we have built lasting partnerships based on integrity and a shared vision for the success of every project.
As a result of our innovative and restless DNA, inovapotek is a proud member of the PhD Trials® group—the leading Portuguese CRO in clinical evaluation for dermocosmetic products. This strategic union creates a Portuguese powerhouse in clinical research, distinguished by a commitment to scientific excellence that enables us to operate as a unified force, setting the pace in global markets and offering clients an unparalleled depth of expertise.
Inovapotek moves forward with the dedication to our clients, scientific rigor, and integrity that guides every project we undertake – Same commitment, greater capabilities.
what we stand for
what we stand for
SCIENTIFIC EXCELLENCE – INNOVATION – CLIENT FOCUS – COMMITMENT – ETHICS
Personal Care
Formulation Development
Quality Control & Stability
Safety testing
Efficacy testing
SPF testing
Consumer testing
Sensorial analysis
Regulatory affairs
Consulting & Management
R&D Projects
Pharmaceutical and Medical Devices
Formulation Development
Quality Control & Stability
R&D Projects
Food Supplements
Formulation Development
Quality Control & Stability
Efficacy testing
Consumer testing
certifications
Our Certifications
Portuguese Ministries of Economy, Innovation and Development and of Science, Technology and Higher Education (SIFIDE)
Inovapotek is recognized by the Portuguese Ministries of Economy and of Science, Technology and Higher Education for its excellence and reliability in Research & Development (SIFIDE). This accreditation enables our Portuguese clients to benefit from significant tax credits on R&D expenses incurred through our specialized services.
French Ministry of Higher Education and Research under the Crédit d’Impôt Recherche (CIR)
As a CIR-accredited company since 2010, we offer our French clients the advantage of substantial tax credits on all R&D projects outsourced to us. This accreditation reflects our commitment to R&D excellence as well as our innovation-driven core.
Quality & Information Security Management ISO 9001 and ISO 27001 Certified
Inovapotek is certified in ISO 9001:2015 and ISO 27001:2022. This dual accreditation ensures that our clients benefit from the highest standards of quality management and robust data security protocols in every project. For us, quality is non-negotiable.
Spin-off of University of Porto
Inovapotek is proud to have been the very first spin-off of the University of Porto. This pioneering achievement is the reflection of an identity shaped from day one by an unwavering passion for science and an innovation-driven spirit.
Memberships
Rede Mulher Líder
Health Cluster Portugal
ISBS
SPCC
