Butantan Institute

The Butantan Institute is a Brazilian biomedical research center located in São Paulo. Established in 1901, it specializes in the study of venomous animals, including snakes, spiders, and scorpions. The institute is renowned for producing vaccines and antivenoms, significantly contributing to public health in Brazil and other countries. It also conducts research in immunology and biomedicine, playing a key role in disease prevention. The Butantan Institute is important for both scientific advancement and healthcare, helping to control diseases and manage venomous animal bites.