Brain stem cell transplant aims to restore movement after stroke
NCT ID NCT07709845
First seen Jul 17, 2026 · Last updated Jul 17, 2026
Summary
This phase 2b trial tests whether injecting allogeneic neural stem cells (CC-101) into the brain near a prior stroke lesion can improve motor function in adults with chronic ischemic stroke and lasting movement problems. About 36 participants will receive either stem cells plus short-term anti-rejection medication, stem cells plus placebo, or a sham surgery plus placebo. The study measures changes in motor skills one year after the procedure.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- allogeneic neural stem cells CC-101 (f/k/a NR1) injected into the brain near the stroke lesion, plus short-term tacrolimus
- What this could lead to
- If successful, this could point toward a new treatment that helps people regain motor function years after a stroke.
- What could go wrong
- This is an early-phase trial with only 36 participants, so results may not apply broadly. Brain surgery carries risks like infection or bleeding, and the stem cells may not improve function.
This is an AI summary of the original study and may miss details. Read our disclaimer.
Get updates
Get notified about this study
Sign up to get updates when this study changes or when new studies for CHRONIC ISCHEMIC STROKE are added.
By submitting, you agree to our Terms of use
Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
As listed by the trial registrant
The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.
Contacts and locations
Show contact details
Enter your email to view the contact information for this study.
By submitting, you agree to our Terms of use
Study contacts
-
Contact
Phone: •••-•••-•••• Email: •••••@•••••
-
Contact
Email: •••••@•••••
More trials for these conditions
Other studies related to the condition(s) this trial covers.
- Shock to the system: nerve zap may boost brain function after stroke
- Shock to the system: electrical zaps may boost stroke recovery
- Tablet games could help stroke patients regain hand control
- Shocking the vagus nerve: new hope for stroke recovery?
- New balance training aims to prevent falls in stroke patients
- Brain infusion trial hopes to restore movement in chronic stroke patients