Custom-Made melanoma vaccine shows promise in early trial

NCT ID NCT01970358

First seen Jan 11, 2026 · Last updated May 02, 2026 · Updated 15 times

Summary

This study tested a personalized vaccine made from each patient's unique melanoma mutations. The goal was to see if the vaccine is safe and can train the immune system to fight remaining cancer cells. 15 people with advanced melanoma participated, and researchers checked for side effects and immune responses.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Brigham and Women's Hospital

    Boston, Massachusetts, 02115, United States

  • Dana Farber Cancer Institute

    Boston, Massachusetts, 02115, United States

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