Análisis bibliométrico y literatura de patentes de un recurso genético de Chile. Caso de estudio: Quillaja saponaria.
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2025
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Universidad de Concepción
Abstract
Este estudio analizó la investigación científica y las patentes relacionadas con Quillaja saponaria (quillay), un árbol de gran valor como recurso genético chileno con alto potencial biotecnológico debido a sus saponinas. A través de un análisis bibliométrico de publicaciones extraídas de la base de datos Web of Science y patentes registradas en PATENTSCOPE, se identificaron tendencias clave en la producción de publicaciones científicas y propiedad intelectual. Los resultados mostraron que Estados Unidos lideró tanto en la investigación como en el registro de patentes sobre el quillay, seguido por Europa y Japón, mientras que Chile ocupó una posición inferior en ambos aspectos. Las principales aplicaciones de las saponinas incluyen su uso como adyuvante en vacunas, así como en la industria cosmética y alimentaria. Este análisis destacó la necesidad urgente de que Chile implemente un marco regulatorio para proteger y gestionar sus recursos genéticos, especialmente en el caso del quillay, ampliamente estudiado y patentado por muchos países. El Protocolo de Nagoya se presentó como una opción viable para asegurar el uso equitativo y sostenible de estos recursos.
This study analyzed the scientific research and patents related to Quillaja saponaria (quillay), a tree of great value as a Chilean genetic resource with high biotechnological potential due to its saponins. Through a bibliometric analysis of publications retrieved from the Web of Science database and patents registered in PATENTSCOPE, key trends in the production of scientific publications and intellectual property were identified. The results showed that the United States led both in research and patent registration on quillay, followed by Europe and Japan, while Chile occupied a lower position in both aspects. The main applications of saponins include their use as adjuvants in vaccines, as well as in the cosmetic and food industries. This analysis highlighted the urgent need for Chile to implement a regulatory framework to protect and manage its genetic resources, especially in the case of quillay, which has been extensively studied and patented by many countries. The Nagoya Protocol was presented as a viable option to ensure the fair and sustainable use of these resources.
This study analyzed the scientific research and patents related to Quillaja saponaria (quillay), a tree of great value as a Chilean genetic resource with high biotechnological potential due to its saponins. Through a bibliometric analysis of publications retrieved from the Web of Science database and patents registered in PATENTSCOPE, key trends in the production of scientific publications and intellectual property were identified. The results showed that the United States led both in research and patent registration on quillay, followed by Europe and Japan, while Chile occupied a lower position in both aspects. The main applications of saponins include their use as adjuvants in vaccines, as well as in the cosmetic and food industries. This analysis highlighted the urgent need for Chile to implement a regulatory framework to protect and manage its genetic resources, especially in the case of quillay, which has been extensively studied and patented by many countries. The Nagoya Protocol was presented as a viable option to ensure the fair and sustainable use of these resources.
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Tesis presentada para optar al título de Ingeniera en Biotecnología Vegetal.
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Bibliometría, Patentes, Quillay, Recursos de germoplasma