SenesTech announces end of field trial of Evolve Rat Birth Control

SenesTech (SNES) announced the successful conclusion of a nine-month field trial of Evolve Rat Birth Control at the University Hills; or UHills, residential community at the University of California, Irvine. The project was conducted in partnership with the Irvine Campus Housing Authority and reflects a growing commitment to ecologically responsible pest management. The initiative began in September 2024 and marked the exclusive use of Evolve Rat Birth Control across common areas of the UHills community. This deployment was part of a broader effort driven by resident pressure on ICHA to transition away from rodenticides in favor of integrated pest management (IPM) strategies that prioritize environmental safety and wildlife preservation. Located adjacent to a wildlife reserve, the community’s shift away from rodenticides further supports the protection of local wildlife and ecosystems. The field trial also supported the efforts of the HOOT Group (Help Our Owls Thrive), a grassroots initiative formed by UHills residents to promote owl nesting and reduce rodenticide use. As a result of the collaboration, rodenticides have been eliminated from all 267 bait stations across common areas in UHills.