[3] He studied chemistry at the University of Cartagena and specialized in Biochemistry and Laboratory in Mexico and Texas.
He returned to Colombia and settled in the city of Barranquilla where he was a teacher at the Universidad del Atlántico, alternating his time with research and the laboratory.
He patented the delayed formula of Penicillin (Pensolvox), acquired by the Own Laboratory of Colombia for its distribution.
Based in Montería, he wanted to contribute to the development of the region, and in 1962, he founded the Lorica Agricultural Institute, ITA.
He supports the opening of INEM Lorenzo María Lleras, providing the land for its construction.