Axis Biotec Brasil
Biotechnology Hub

Axis Biotec: biotechnology, evidence-based regenerative medicine and applied cryogenics hub.

Ecosystem with Silvestre Labs, Cryopraxis, CellPraxis and BioNK — science, quality and translation for health.

Educational content. Not a substitute for medical advice. No therapeutic promises.

30+
Years of Experience
4
Specialized Companies
50k+
Preserved Samples
100%
Scientific Commitment
Ecosystem

Ecosystem companies

Four specialized companies, each a leader in its segment, integrated under Axis Biotec.

Silvestre Labs — Topical Wound Therapy
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Develops and manufactures pharmaceutical products for topical therapy of hard-to-heal wounds.

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Cryopraxis — Cryopreservation & Cell Logistics
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Cryopreserves stem cells and biological materials following international quality standards.

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CellPraxis — Advanced Therapy Products
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Develops and manufactures ATPs (gene therapy, cell therapy and tissue engineering) per ANVISA regulations.

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BioNK — NK Cell Immunotherapy
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R&D and translation of NK cell-based strategies, focused on safety and evidence.

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Nossa História

Quem somos: fundadores, cientistas e três décadas de biotecnologia brasileira

O ecossistema Axis Biotec Brasil nasceu da convergência entre farmacotécnica, criobiologia e medicina regenerativa — construído por uma família de cientistas e gestores dedicados à biotecnologia auditável no Brasil.

Luis Eduardo da Cruz

Também conhecido como Eduardo Cruz — CEO e fundador do grupo.

Luis Eduardo da Cruz é o criador da Silvestre Labs e o desenvolvedor dos produtos Dermazine, Colzen e Dermacerium — linha farmacêutica dedicada a cicatrização, reparo tecidual e cuidado dermatológico.

Farmacêutico e empreendedor, lidera hoje a estratégia científica e regulatória do ecossistema Axis Biotec Brasil, com foco em Produtos de Terapia Avançada (PTA) e medicina regenerativa.

Simone Amaral da Silva Cruz, MBA

COO e cofundadora — publicitária, MBA COPPEAD-UFRJ, 30+ anos em gestão de empresas de biotecnologia.

Simone Amaral da Silva Cruz é publicitária, MBA COPPEAD-UFRJ, com 30+ anos de experiência em gestão de empresas do setor de biotecnologia. É mentora da criação da Cryopraxis Criobiologia Ltda e reconhecida como pioneira na gestão de criobiologia no Brasil.

Conduz operações, governança, compliance e estratégia de go-to-market do grupo, articulando a ponte entre ciência, regulação e sustentabilidade financeira das empresas do ecossistema.

Produtos da Silvestre Labs desenvolvidos por Luis Eduardo da Cruz

Dermazine

Solução dermatológica desenvolvida para cicatrização e reparo tecidual.

Criado por Luis Eduardo da Cruz · Silvestre Labs

Colzen

Produto de referência da Silvestre Labs em cuidado da pele e reparo cutâneo.

Criado por Luis Eduardo da Cruz · Silvestre Labs

Dermacerium

Formulação para tratamento de feridas e suporte à cicatrização.

Criado por Luis Eduardo da Cruz · Silvestre Labs

CellPraxis · Direção médico-científica

Na CellPraxis, destacamos o trabalho da Dra. Carolina Cruz, bióloga e médica especialista em medicina regenerativa, responsável pela direção médico-científica da operação. Sua atuação garante rigor translacional entre pesquisa básica, evidência clínica e desenvolvimento de terapias celulares dentro do ecossistema Axis Biotec Brasil.

Knowledge Hub

Articles & Evidence

Evidence-based educational content on biotechnology, regenerative medicine and applied cryogenics.

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Editorial Transparency

Editorial policy and transparency

All content published in this hub is educational and evidence-based. We clearly separate pre-clinical research, clinical trials and approved use. We make no therapeutic promises. This content does not substitute medical advice; when we discuss business, it does not constitute financial advice.

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About Us

Who is Axis Biotec Brazil

Axis Biotec Brazil is a business group bringing together specialized biotechnology companies: Silvestre Labs, Cryopraxis, CellPraxis and BioNK. Together, they form an ecosystem focused on topical wound therapy, cryopreservation and cell logistics, advanced therapy product development and NK cell research.

With over 30 years of experience, the group operates with a focus on quality, certified infrastructure and scientific rigor. Operations follow international manufacturing and regulatory standards.

Corredor do Laboratório Axis Biotec - ambiente estéril de alta tecnologia
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Certified Infrastructure

International quality standards

Our Mission

To develop, manufacture and qualify biotechnology solutions — from topical wound therapy to cryopreservation, from advanced therapy products to NK cell research — with scientific rigor, quality and responsibility.

Our Vision

To be a reference in biotechnology in Latin America, with a focus on research, manufacturing quality and responsible clinical translation.

Our Values

Scientific Excellence

Committed to the highest standards of quality and scientific rigor in all our operations.

Collaboration

We work in synergy between our companies and partners to amplify positive health impact.

Continuous Innovation

We constantly invest in research and development to lead the advancement of biotechnology.

Social Responsibility

We believe that science should serve the well-being of all society.

Frequently Asked Questions

FAQ

Find answers to the main questions about our services, technologies and how we can help you.

Transparency

Documents & Standards

Access our institutional documentation, policies and reports to learn more about our operations.

Privacy Policy (LGPD)

Privacy Policy (LGPD)

How we collect, use and protect your personal data under LGPD.

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Terms of Use

Terms of Use

Terms and conditions for using our websites and services.

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Quality Policy

Quality Policy

Quality Management System focused on safety and continuous improvement.

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Code of Ethics

Code of Ethics

Principles of integrity, respect and scientific responsibility.

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Annual Report 2025

Annual Report 2025

Highlights: exosomes, NK cells, LipAge project and regulatory achievements.

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Certifications & Licenses

Certifications & Licenses

Cryopraxis and Silvestre Labs certifications with Anvisa.

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Cientista analisando amostras em microscópio de alta resolução no laboratório Axis Biotec
Leadership

The People Behind Axis Biotec

Meet the professionals who lead the operations and strategy of the Axis Biotec ecosystem.

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Dr. Luís Eduardo da Cruz

CEO & Founder

Farm Sci, MBA, Innovation Manager with over 30 years of experience in biotechnology.

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Simone Amaral da Silva Cruz

COO

Publicitária and MBA COPPEAD-UFRJ, with 30+ years of experience managing biotechnology companies. Executive in governance, strategy and operational structuring for health and biotechnology businesses.

Foto de Dr. Guilherme Barbieri - Pharmacotechnical Development Manager da Axis Biotec Brasil

Dr. Guilherme Barbieri

Pharmacotechnical Development Manager

Industrial Pharmacist, MBA, with 25 years of experience in pharmacotechnical development and technology transfer project management.

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Dr. José Villa

Operations, Regulatory & Quality Assurance Manager

Industrial Pharmacist, MBA, with 30 years of experience in Operations, Regulatory Affairs, Quality Assurance and Compliance.

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Dr. Carolina Cruz

R&D Director

Physician and Biologist, Cell Therapy Researcher focused on Inflammation and Pain.

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Dr. Valeria Povolotsky

Strategy & Partnering Advisor

Biotech and Pharma Partnering and Strategy executive, ex-Roche-Genentech, with 25+ years of experience. Board Director at CryoPraxis, BioNKc, and CellPraxis, responsible for Business Development and Partnering. Ph.D. in Clinical Pharmacology, with executive education at Harvard Law School, Wharton Business School, and Academy of Competitive Intelligence.