Personalized vaccine shows promise in advanced melanoma trial

NCT ID NCT03929029

First seen Jan 06, 2026 · Last updated May 24, 2026 · Updated 19 times

Summary

This early-phase study tested a personalized vaccine (NeoVax) made from a patient's own tumor mutations, combined with two immunotherapy drugs (nivolumab and ipilimumab), in 11 people with advanced melanoma that could not be removed by surgery. The main goal was to check safety and find the right dose. Researchers also looked at whether tumors shrank or disappeared. This treatment aims to control the disease, not cure it, and patients may need ongoing therapy.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Dana Farber Cancer Institute

    Boston, Massachusetts, 02215, United States

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