Engineered immune cells take on deadly brain tumors

NCT ID NCT05241392

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

Summary

This early-stage trial tests a therapy made from a patient's own immune cells, engineered to target a protein called B7-H3 found on glioblastoma cells. The cells are delivered directly into the brain via a small device. The study aims to find a safe dose and check for any signs that the treatment shrinks tumors or helps patients live longer.

What this could mean

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

Active substance
B7-H3-targeting CAR-T cells
What this could lead to
If this works, it could point toward a new treatment option for recurrent glioblastoma, a brain cancer with few effective therapies.
What could go wrong
This is a very early, small Phase 1 trial focused on safety, so effectiveness is uncertain. Risks include serious side effects like cytokine release syndrome and neurotoxicity.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Beijing Tiantan Hospital

    Beijing, Beijing Municipality, 100730, China

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