Academic origin
Academic spin-off of CIÊNCIAS ULisboa, which also participates in the company's capital.
SCIENCE · GEOMETRY · CREATIVITY
Science made tangible.
We transform scientific research into innovative products that invite people to explore, create and discover.
ABOUT PURETINKER
Born from science.
Driven by curiosity.
PureTinker is an academic spin-off of the Faculty of Sciences of the University of Lisbon (CIÊNCIAS ULisboa).
Founded in 2026, we build on original scientific research in physics, geometry, topology and materials design.
Our mission is to transform scientific ideas into innovative products and technologies that encourage exploration, creativity and discovery.
OUR ROOTS & ECOSYSTEM
Research at our core.
Innovation in our DNA.
PureTinker combines academic research with an entrepreneurial approach to developing and commercializing science-based innovations.
Scientific foundations
Our technologies originate from research developed at the Centro de Física Teórica e Computacional, connecting fundamental science with new applications.
Innovation ecosystem
PureTinker is incubated at TecLabs, benefiting from an environment dedicated to entrepreneurship, innovation and technology-based businesses.
OUR PRODUCT FAMILY
Meet Ori.
A family of geometric exploration products inspired by scientific research, combining folding, transformation and creative play.
THE FIRST ORI PRODUCT
OriNauta
One puzzle. Two shapes.
OriNauta introduces the Ori family through an interactive geometric experience that combines spatial reasoning, focus and creativity.
Designed to be explored by hand, OriNauta invites users to fold, transform and discover geometry through play.
Enquire About OriNautaDiscover geometry
Engage with three-dimensional structures through direct manipulation.
Think differently
Explore folding and reversible connections to discover new configurations.
Play with ideas
Bring together mathematical thinking, curiosity and creativity.
WORK WITH US
Let's bring scientific ideas to more people.
We welcome conversations with organizations interested in educational products, science-inspired gifts, distribution and technology licensing.
Museums & Science Centers
Science communication, educational activities and museum retail.
Innovation Organizations
Distinctive gifts for events, collaborators and visitors.
Education & Distribution
Opportunities in educational and specialized retail markets.
Manufacturing & Licensing
Commercial partnerships involving PureTinker's proprietary technologies.
Let's create something together.
Science thrives on curiosity, openness, and collaboration. We believe product innovation should too.
At PureTinker, we welcome ideas from researchers, designers, educators, makers, and curious minds who share our passion for turning scientific thinking into tangible experiences.
Whether you have an early concept, an interesting discovery, or a product idea worth exploring, we'd love to hear from you. Together, we can explore the potential for developing something new.
Have an idea? Let's talk.BEYOND ORI
Innovation begins with fundamental science.
Ori is the first family of products developed by PureTinker.
Our broader ambition is to develop research-based technologies with applications in interactive systems, reconfigurable structures and materials design.
GET IN TOUCH
Interested in PureTinker?
Whether you are interested in Ori, distribution, collaboration or licensing, we would be pleased to hear from you.