Genetically-Engineered Immune Cells for Lung Cancer
(CheckCell-2 Trial)
What You Need to Know Before You Apply
What is the purpose of this trial?
A clinical trial to assess the safety and efficacy of genetically-engineered Tumor Infiltrating Lymphocytes (TIL) in which the intracellular immune checkpoint CISH has been inhibited using CRISPR gene editing for the treatment of Metastatic Non-small Cell Lung Cancer (NSCLC).
Will I have to stop taking my current medications?
The trial does not specify if you need to stop all current medications, but you cannot use systemic steroids (except certain contraceptives) within 21 days before the investigational treatment and after. It's best to discuss your specific medications with the trial team.
Is the genetically-engineered immune cell treatment for lung cancer safe for humans?
How is the CISH Inactivated TIL treatment different from other lung cancer treatments?
CISH Inactivated TIL treatment is unique because it involves genetically-engineered immune cells specifically designed to enhance the body's immune response against lung cancer, potentially overcoming the challenges faced by other therapies in solid tumors. This approach aims to improve the effectiveness and persistence of immune cells in the tumor environment, which is a significant hurdle for existing treatments.46789
What data supports the effectiveness of the treatment CISH Inactivated TIL for lung cancer?
Research on similar treatments, like CAR-T cells and other engineered T cell therapies, shows promise in treating various cancers by enhancing immune responses. Although these therapies face challenges in solid tumors like lung cancer, advancements in engineering T cells to overcome immune suppression and improve their effectiveness are ongoing.4671011
Who Is on the Research Team?
Emil Lou, MD, PhD
Principal Investigator
Division of Hematology, Oncology, and Transplantation, University of Minnesota
Erminia Massarelli, MD, PhD, MS
Principal Investigator
Department of Medical Oncology & Therapeutics Research, City of Hope
Are You a Good Fit for This Trial?
Adults aged 18-70 with metastatic non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC), either PD-L1 negative or positive, who are candidates for first-line anti-PD-1/anti-PD-L1 immunotherapy with chemo. They must have good organ function, agree to use contraception, and can stay near the treatment site for follow-ups. Exclusions include those with certain medical conditions, prior malignancies within 3 years, severe allergies to specific drugs, recent live vaccines, active infections or coagulation disorders.Inclusion Criteria
Exclusion Criteria
Timeline for a Trial Participant
Screening
Participants are screened for eligibility to participate in the trial
Treatment
Participants receive a non-myeloablative, lymphodepleting preparative regimen of cyclophosphamide and fludarabine, followed by CISH inactivated TIL and high-dose aldesleukin
Follow-up
Participants are monitored for safety and effectiveness after treatment, including maintenance pembrolizumab for some cohorts
Long-term follow-up
Participants are monitored for progression-free survival, duration of response, clinical benefit rate, tumor growth change, overall survival, and toxicity incidence
What Are the Treatments Tested in This Trial?
Interventions
- CISH Inactivated TIL
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Who Is Running the Clinical Trial?
Intima Bioscience, Inc.
Lead Sponsor