New mRNA vaccine targets brain tumors in early trial

NCT ID NCT07306299

First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This early-stage trial tests a universal mRNA vaccine designed to target common mutations in high-grade glioma, a type of aggressive brain cancer. Ten patients with recurrent or progressive disease will receive the vaccine to see if it is safe and can stimulate an immune response against their tumors. The study will monitor side effects and tumor growth over three years.

What this could mean

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

Active substance

mRNA vaccine targeting glioma mutations

What this could lead to

If it works, this could point toward a new treatment option for recurrent high-grade glioma by training the immune system to attack tumor cells.

What could go wrong

This is a very early Phase 1 trial with only 10 participants, so safety and effectiveness are not yet proven. The vaccine may not trigger a strong enough immune response or could cause side effects like brain swelling.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

glioma malignant glioma

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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Locations

  • Room 521, Building 12, Jiefang Road Campus, The Second Affiliated Hospital of Zhejiang University School of Medicine

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    Hangzhou, Zhejiang, 310000, China

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