New vaccine aims to shield leukemia patients from COVID-19

NCT ID NCT05672355

First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This phase 2 trial tests a new COVID-19 booster vaccine (GEO-CM04S1) in 80 people with chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL). The goal is to see if this vaccine triggers a stronger immune response than standard mRNA boosters. Participants will receive either the new vaccine or a standard mRNA booster, and their T cell responses will be measured.

What this could mean

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

Active substance

GEO-CM04S1 vaccine (modified vaccinia virus-based COVID-19 vaccine)

What this could lead to

If successful, this could provide a more effective COVID-19 booster for people with weakened immune systems, like CLL patients.

What could go wrong

This is a small, early-phase trial that is currently suspended. The vaccine may not produce a strong immune response or could cause side effects.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

B-cell chronic lymphocytic leukemia COVID-19 prevention target

As listed by the trial registrant

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

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • City of Hope Medical Center

    Duarte, California, 91010, United States