Quellar Family: Pioneering Private Biotechnology Lab in El Salvador

Gensa, El Salvador's first private biotechnology lab, was established by two brothers in their childhood home after winning a national grant. They focus on plant cloning to retain desirable traits like disease resistance. The company gained recognition after winning a National Science competition. The cloning process involves careful steps in a controlled environment. Gensa plans to expand into animal biotechnology, but faces challenges due to the complexity and cost of infrastructure.

What is the significance of winning a national grant for the biotechnology lab?

How does the company Gensa aim to retain desirable characteristics in cloned plants?