Custom gene silencer takes aim at a rare form of ALS
NCT ID NCT07703462
First seen Jul 14, 2026 · Last updated Jul 15, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study tests a personalized antisense oligonucleotide drug designed for a single person with ALS caused by a specific TARDBP gene mutation. The drug aims to reduce harmful TDP-43 protein and slow disease progression. The participant's clinical function, survival, and biomarkers are monitored over 12 months.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- a personalized antisense oligonucleotide drug called nL-TARDB-002
- What this could lead to
- If successful, this approach could slow or halt ALS progression in people with this specific genetic cause, offering a targeted treatment option.
- What could go wrong
- This is an early, single-participant study, so results may not apply to others. The drug may not work or could cause side effects.
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Conditions
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Locations
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Jefferson Health
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, 19107, United States
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