Guimarães, Portugal - our cultural birthplace

Beyond our work at Stemmatters, we are also proud of the culture and history that surrounds us.

At the heart of Portugal’s North Region, Stemmatters operates from Guimarães, a historic city that blends centuries of rich history and heritage with a biotech innovation ecosystem.

The historic city of Guimarães

The city’s preserved medieval historic centre has been classified as a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 2001, supported by the identification of profound integrity and authenticity values by international experts. This historic setting holds symbolic, historical, and cultural significance, preserving traditional practices and expressions of intangible heritage that continue to shape the city's identity.

Known as the nation’s birthplace (o berço da nação), this city holds a connection to the first king of Portugal, D. Afonso Henriques, who forged the way for national independence. To this day, Guimarães remains one of the main symbols of Portuguese identity and origins.

Why our location matters

Stemmatters’ facilities are located within AvePark – Science and Technology Park, an innovation hub with a strategic location that facilitates direct access to leading research institutes, supporting collaboration and close contact with a highly qualified scientific talent pool.

Just 40 minutes away, the city of Porto offers global connectivity, making it easily accessible for partners and collaborators from across the world.

Where heritage meets innovation

As a CDMO specialised in the Cell and Gene Therapy space, Stemmatters supports partners worldwide in advancing transformative therapies. From our location in Guimarães, where heritage meets innovation, Stemmatters benefits from a unique environment where culture, science and international collaboration intersect, making tomorrow’s medicines a reality today.