New proton beam machine tested for tumor control
NCT ID NCT07153094
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study tests a new proton therapy device, PROTEUS PLUS, in 47 adults with solid tumors. The goal is to see if it safely controls tumor growth. Participants receive targeted radiation, and researchers track side effects and disease response over time.
Why investors are watching
Ion Beam Applications is running a small trial of its PROTEUS PLUS proton therapy system in Shenzhen, testing safety and efficacy in 47 oncology patients. For a small-cap company, this readout matters because a positive result supports a product registration application, which could open the Chinese market for its device.
If it works: A positive result could help Ion Beam Applications secure regulatory approval to sell PROTEUS PLUS in China, expanding its customer base beyond existing markets. That approval could lead to new hospital sales and recurring service revenue.
If it fails: The trial could fail to show the device is safe and effective, or regulators could delay approval, which would slow the company's entry into China. Trials fail often, and a negative result would leave Ion Beam Applications without a key growth driver.
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Study facts
What this study's own registry entry says, in plain language.
- Phase
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Not a phased trial
Phase numbers describe drug development. The registry uses this when they do not apply, as it does for trials of devices, procedures or behaviour changes, and for observational studies.
- Participants
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47 people
The number who actually took part.
- Started
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Aug 2025
- Expected to finish
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Jul 2031
An estimate. End dates often move.
- Lead sponsor
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A company
The lead sponsor is a pharmaceutical, biotech, or medical-device company.
Who can take part
This study's own entry requirements. Only the study team can say for certain whether you qualify.
- Ages
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18 to 80 years
- Sex
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Anyone
- Healthy volunteers
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Not accepted
This study is not open to healthy volunteers. The entry requirements below say who it is open to.
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Inclusion Criteria (main): * Clinically diagnosed with benign/malignant intracranial tumor and malignant solid tumor of head and neck, chest, abdomen, spine, pelvic cavity and limbs * At least 1 lesion of the tumor to be treated is measurable according to RECIST criteria * Expected survival time of more than 6 months * ECOG performance status of 0 to 2 * Negative pregnancy test (HCG) results within 7 days prior to the first treatment for females of childbearing potential Exclusion Criteria (main): * Contraindications to radiation therapy * Presence of other uncontrolled tumors other than the tumor to be treated * Implants and devices in the treatment area * Re-irradiation * Other conditions that are not suitable for inclusion, as judged by the investigator
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Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Cancer Hospital Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences, Shenzhen Center
Shenzhen, China
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