Developing Non-Surgical Sterilants: A Startup’s Journey in Revolutionizing Animal Reproductive Health

Epivara is developing a revolutionary non-surgical sterilant for companion and farm animals, providing a safe, effective, and humane alternative to traditional sterilization methods. This presentation will cover our journey in bringing this innovation to market, including the scientific foundation of our technology, proof-of-concept studies, and key steps in the drug development process. We will discuss regulatory approval pathways, our approach to securing funding through federal grants and private investors, and the strategic milestones that will shape the future of non-surgical sterilization.

Sandra Soto-Harris is a Senior Scientist at Epivara Inc., where she is leading the development of non-surgical sterilization technology for companion and farm animals. She earned her DVM and PhD from the Autonomous University of Barcelona (Spain) and completed her postdoctoral training at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. Over the past ten years, her research has focused on understanding male and female fertility at the cellular level. She aims to leverage her background in reproductive biology to develop solutions that enhance the welfare of animals.