A Clinical Trial to Test if an Investigational Combination Therapy With BNT326 and BNT327 is Safe and Potentially Beneficial for People With Advanced Non-small Cell Lung Cancer (NSCLC)
This research study is looking at a new combination of two potential medicines, BNT326 and BNT327, for people with advanced non-small cell lung cancer. This type of cancer has spread or come back after previous treatment. The first part of the study (Phase 1) will find the safest dose of these medicines when given together. Later parts (Phase 2) will then check how well this combination works and if it has any side effects. Researchers will be looking at this new treatment for people who have already had lung cancer treatments, as well as for those who haven't had treatment for advanced cancer yet. The main goal is to find out if this new combination could be a useful treatment.
At a glance
What is this study about?
This clinical trial is designed to investigate a new combination of two medicines, BNT326 and BNT327, for people living with advanced non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC). Advanced means your cancer has spread to other parts of the body or has come back and standard treatments are no longer an option for cure. These medicines are experimental, which means they are still being tested and are not yet available as regular treatments. The study has different stages to carefully review the new treatment.
The first stage, called 'Part 1', is about finding the right dose. Researchers will slowly increase the dose of the combined medicines to find a level that is safe for patients. Once a safe dose is found, 'Part 2a' will involve more people to get a better idea of how well the treatment works and what side effects might occur. 'Part 2b' will then further check how effective each medicine is within the combination and compare different treatment approaches.
The study will include people with non-small cell lung cancer who have already had treatments for advanced cancer, as well as those who haven't had previous systemic treatment for advanced cancer. Throughout the trial, doctors will closely monitor participants' health, the cancer's response to the treatment, and any side effects. The overall aim is to see if this new combination therapy could offer a new and effective treatment option for people with advanced non-small cell lung cancer.
Key takeaways
- This is a study for advanced non-small cell lung cancer.
- It's testing a new combination of two experimental drugs, BNT326 and BNT327.
- The study aims to find a safe dose and see how well the new treatment works.
- It includes people who have, and haven't, had previous treatments for advanced cancer.
- Participation involves regular visits and monitoring over several months to a few years.
Who may be eligible?
To join this study, you need to be at least 18 years old. Doctors will need to be able to measure your cancer, for example, on scans. You'll also need to provide a small sample of your cancer tissue, maybe from a past biopsy or a new one if it's safe to do so. Your general health and how well your body's organs are working will also be checked.
This study is for people with advanced non-small cell lung cancer that has either spread or come back. The type of lung cancer (squamous or non-squamous) is important too, as some parts of the study are for specific types. Depending on which part of the study you join, you might have had previous treatments for your advanced cancer (like chemotherapy or immunotherapy) or you might not have had any yet.
There are also specific requirements about any genetic changes in your cancer. For instance, if your cancer has certain common genetic changes that already have targeted treatments available, you might not be eligible for certain parts of this study.
Could this study suit you?
Answer these quick questions to see if you may be eligible. This is a guide only — the research team makes the final call.
- Are you 18 years old or older?
- Do you have advanced non-small cell lung cancer?
- Can your cancer be measured (e.g., on scans)?
- Are your organs (like kidneys, liver) working well?
- Are you generally well enough for a clinical trial (ECOG performance status 0 or 1)?
What does participation involve?
If you decide to take part in this study, after an initial screening to make sure you're suitable, you would enter a treatment phase. You would receive the study drugs (BNT326 and BNT327, possibly with pembrolizumab or standard care) until your cancer gets worse, you feel it's no longer right for you, or for a maximum of two years, whichever comes first. This means regular visits for treatment and check-ups.
After treatment ends, there will be follow-up periods. These include a safety follow-up to monitor any side effects, an efficacy follow-up to see how your cancer has responded over time, and a long-term survival follow-up. In total, the treatment and follow-up periods are expected to last about 3 years, but could be longer if you are still benefiting from the treatment and your doctor agrees.
Potential risks and benefits
Locations (68)
- Stanford Cancer InstituteVerified postcodeStanford, United States· Recruiting
- Yale UniversityVerified postcodeNew Haven, United States· Recruiting
- Moffit Cancer CenterVerified postcodeTampa, United States· Recruiting
- Dana-Farber Cancer InstituteVerified postcodeBoston, United States· Recruiting
- Henry Ford Health SystemVerified postcodeDetroit, United States· Recruiting
- Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer CenterVerified postcodeNew York, United States· Recruiting
- Cleveland Clinic Taussig Cancer Institute Case Comprehensive Cancer CenterVerified postcodeCleveland, United States· Recruiting
- University of Texas M. D. Anderson Cancer CenterVerified postcodeHouston, United States· Recruiting
- NEXT VirginiaVerified postcodeFairfax, United States· Recruiting
- Cancer Research SAVerified postcodeAdelaide, Australia· Recruiting
- St George Private HospitalVerified postcodeKogarah, Australia· Recruiting
- John Flynn Private HospitalVerified postcodeTugun, Australia· Recruiting
Common questions
What is 'Non-small Cell Lung Cancer'?
It's the most common type of lung cancer, and 'advanced' means it has spread to other parts of the body or come back after initial treatment.
What are BNT326 and BNT327?
These are new, experimental medicines being tested in this study to see if they can treat advanced lung cancer.
What does 'dose-finding' mean?
It means the first part of the study is carefully checking different amounts of the medicines to find a dose that is safe while also being effective.
Will I definitely get the new medicines?
In some parts of the study, you might get the new medicines, while in others, you might get standard care or a combination. Your doctor can explain this.
How long will I be in the study?
The treatment part can last up to 24 months, with follow-up that could bring the total time to around 36 months, or longer if the treatment is helping you.
How to find out more
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