New drug BL-B16D1 enters early human testing for Hard-to-Treat cancers

NCT ID NCT06469008

First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 26, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This early-phase study tests a new drug called BL-B16D1 in about 21 adults with recurrent or metastatic head and neck squamous cell carcinoma or other solid tumors that have not responded to standard treatments. The main goals are to check the drug's safety, find the best dose, and get a first look at whether it can shrink tumors. Participants receive the drug by IV every 3 weeks.

What this could mean

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

Active substance

BL-B16D1 (a drug given by IV infusion every 3 weeks)

What this could lead to

If it works, this could point toward a new treatment option for people with advanced head and neck or other solid tumors that have stopped responding to standard therapies.

What could go wrong

This is a very early Phase 1 trial with only 21 participants, so safety and effectiveness are not yet proven. The drug may cause side effects or fail to shrink tumors.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

head and neck squamous cell carcinoma neoplasm Squamous Cell Carcinoma of Head and Neck

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

Contacts and locations

Study contacts

  • Contact

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Locations

  • Shanghai East Hospital

    RECRUITING

    Shanghai, Shanghai Municipality, China

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