New immune cell therapy tracks itself in the body to fight lymphoma

NCT ID NCT07343934

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

Summary

This early study tests a new type of cell therapy for people with follicular lymphoma that has come back or not responded to at least two prior treatments. The therapy uses a patient's own immune cells, modified to target cancer cells and also carry a tracking tag that can be seen on PET scans. Only 6 participants will be enrolled to check safety and whether the tracking method works.

What this could mean

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

Active substance

genetically modified immune cells (huCART19-IL18-eDHFR)

What this could lead to

If it works, this could point toward a new treatment option for people with follicular lymphoma that has stopped responding to standard therapies.

What could go wrong

This is a very early phase 1 trial with only 6 participants, so it is too small to prove effectiveness. The main goal is safety and imaging, not treatment benefit.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

follicular lymphoma Recurrence

As listed by the trial registrant

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

Contacts and locations

Study contacts

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  • Contact

Locations

  • University of Pennsylvania

    RECRUITING

    Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, 19104, United States

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