New vaccine aims to train immune system to attack childhood cancer

NCT ID NCT00911560

First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This trial tests a vaccine designed to help the immune system recognize and attack neuroblastoma, a type of childhood cancer. The vaccine contains two antigens found on neuroblastoma cells, plus an adjuvant to boost the immune response. Participants also take an oral supplement called β-glucan, which may help white blood cells kill cancer. The study includes children with high-risk neuroblastoma who have completed initial treatment.

What this could mean

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

Active substance

bivalent vaccine (GD2L and GD3L antigens linked to KLH) with OPT-821 adjuvant and oral β-glucan

What this could lead to

If successful, this vaccine could help the immune system target and kill neuroblastoma cells, potentially improving long-term control of the disease.

What could go wrong

This is an early-phase trial (phase I/II) with a small number of participants. The vaccine may not produce a strong enough immune response, or side effects could limit its use.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

neuroblastoma

As listed by the trial registrant

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

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center

    New York, New York, 10065, United States