Experimental CAR-T therapy targets stubborn tumors in tiny trial

NCT ID NCT07108140

First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This early-phase trial tested a new type of immune cell therapy called ALPP CAR-T cells in 5 people with advanced solid tumors that had stopped responding to other treatments. The therapy was designed to target a protein called ALPP found on the surface of some tumor cells. The study was terminated early, but its main goal was to check safety and find the right dose.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance

Anti-ALPP CAR-T cells (a type of immune cell therapy) given after chemotherapy drugs fludarabine and cyclophosphamide

What this could lead to

If it works, this could point toward a new treatment option for certain hard-to-treat solid tumors that express ALPP.

What could go wrong

This was a very early, small pilot study that was terminated early. It may not show clear benefit, and CAR-T cell therapy can cause severe side effects like cytokine release syndrome.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • The Jinling Hospital

    Nanjing, Jiangsu, China