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Researchers are investigating CGT9486, also known as bezuclastinib, in an open-label Phase 2 study for patients with Advanced Systemic Mastocytosis AdvSM. This includes those diagnosed with Aggressive Systemic Mastocytosis ASM, Systemic Mastocytosis with an Associated Hematologic Neoplasm SM-AHN, and Mast Cell Leukemia MCL. The study aims to evaluate the safety, effectiveness, pharmacokinetics, and pharmacodynamics of bezuclastinib in this patient population. Participants will receive bezuclastinib tablets orally, taken continuously in 28-day cycles. The study is divided into two parts Part I focuses on identifying effective and tolerable dosing exposures over 18 months, while Part II evaluates the drugs efficacy by measuring objective response rates and confirming the exposure-response relationship, also over 18 months. Additional assessments include effects on mutation allele burden, serum tryptase levels, histopathologic changes, spleen and liver volume, and safety monitoring. During the study, participants will undergo various clinical evaluations, including laboratory tests, imaging to monitor organ size changes, and assessments of disease response and progression. Researchers will track adverse events and pharmacokinetic profiles throughout the 18 months. The study involves continuous monitoring of participants to understand the treatments impact on survival and disease progression over this period.

Researchers are investigating new treatments for high-risk, early-stage breast cancer, specifically targeting two types triple-negative breast cancer TNBC and hormone receptor-low positiveHER2-negative breast cancer. These cancers are characterized by low or no HER2 protein and low hormone receptor presence. The study aims to evaluate if adding sacituzumab tirumotecan sac-TMT to pembrolizumab and chemotherapy can better reduce cancer cells in tumors and lymph nodes and improve the length of time patients live without cancer progression compared to pembrolizumab with chemotherapy alone. Participants in this trial receive one of two treatment plans. One group gets sacituzumab tirumotecan intravenously every two weeks plus pembrolizumab every three weeks for 12 weeks, followed by pembrolizumab with carboplatin and paclitaxel for another 12 weeks. After 3 to 6 weeks, surgery and optional radiation therapy take place, followed by pembrolizumab for about 28 weeks. Participants with remaining disease may receive additional treatments chosen by their doctors, including olaparib, capecitabine, doxorubicin, epirubicin, or cyclophosphamide. The other group receives chemotherapy drugs carboplatin and paclitaxel with pembrolizumab initially, then pembrolizumab with cyclophosphamide and doxorubicin or epirubicin, followed by surgery, optional radiation, and pembrolizumab for about 28 weeks, with similar additional options for residual disease. During the study, participants undergo core needle biopsies, receive intravenous infusions of study drugs, and have surgery and possible radiation therapy. Researchers assess outcomes such as the percentage of participants with no detectable cancer cells at surgery pathological complete response, event-free survival up to about 92 months, and overall survival up to nearly 10 years. Quality of life and side effects are monitored through questionnaires and adverse event tracking. The study lasts several years, with various assessments throughout treatment and follow-up periods to gather comprehensive data on treatment effects and safety.

Researchers are evaluating the effects of enicepatide, a dual GLP-1GIP receptor agonist, at multiple doses compared with placebo for weight management in adults with obesity or overweight who do not have Type 2 diabetes. This Phase III, randomized, double-blind study aims to assess both the efficacy and safety of once-weekly enicepatide in this population, addressing weight-related comorbidities such as prediabetes, hypertension, and cardiovascular conditions. Participants will be randomly assigned to receive either placebo or one of three enicepatide dosing regimens, administered once weekly via an integrated drug-device combination product. The treatment phase lasts through 72 weeks, during which changes in body weight and other health measures are monitored. The study includes multiple assessments to track body weight percentage change, waist circumference, fasting glucose and insulin levels, lipid profiles, blood pressure, and quality of life measures. Throughout the study, participants will undergo regular evaluations including physical examinations, laboratory tests, and questionnaires related to physical functioning and urinary incontinence. Researchers will monitor adverse events, patient-reported health questionnaires, and biomarkers at baseline and weekly intervals through week 72. This long-term follow-up allows for a comprehensive assessment of treatment effects and safety in participants managing obesity or overweight without Type 2 diabetes.

Researchers are evaluating the safety, effectiveness, optimal dose, and behavior of an investigational drug called BNT326, alone or combined with other immunotherapy agents, in adults with advanced solid tumors. This study includes patients with tumors that have either spread metastatic, returned after treatment, or progressed despite previous therapies, across various cancer types such as melanoma, lung cancer, breast cancer, gastric cancer, colorectal cancer, and cervical cancer. Participants are divided into two parts Part 1 tests BNT326 alone in different tumor-specific groups, some with dose randomization to find optimal dosing. Part 2 evaluates BNT326 alone or combined with another investigational drug called pumitamig in several cancer types, with some groups receiving randomized doses and others non-randomized treatments. Treatments are given via intravenous infusion, with some oral medications combined in Part 1. The study includes dose escalation and randomization phases, and treatment can continue for up to 24 months or until disease progression or other reasons. During the study, participants undergo screening, treatment, safety follow-up, efficacy follow-up, and long-term survival monitoring phases. Researchers assess adverse events, treatment responses, disease progression, and drug behavior in the body using clinical evaluations and laboratory tests. Follow-up assessments occur up to approximately 38 months for Part 1 and 48 months for Part 2, with continued treatment possible for those benefiting from the therapy. The study aims to gather comprehensive data on safety, dosing, and effectiveness in this patient population.

Researchers are evaluating the safety, tolerability, and therapeutic effects of BNT113 combined with pembrolizumab compared to pembrolizumab alone as a first-line treatment for patients with unresectable recurrent or metastatic head and neck squamous cell carcinoma HNSCC positive for human papilloma virus 16 HPV16 and expressing the protein PD-L1 with a combined positive score of 1 or higher. This is an open-label, multi-site, Phase IIIII clinical trial consisting of two parts an initial safety run-in phase and a randomized phase. In the safety run-in phase Part A, patients receive BNT113 in combination with pembrolizumab to confirm safety and tolerability at selected dose levels. The randomized phase Part B compares BNT113 combined with pembrolizumab against pembrolizumab monotherapy. Treatments are given by intravenous injection or infusion and continue for up to 24 months. An optional pre-screening phase allows tumor samples to be tested for HPV16 DNA and PD-L1 expression before the main trial screening. Participants will be closely monitored throughout the study. Assessments include safety evaluations, tumor response, and survival outcomes such as overall survival and progression-free survival. Tumor tissue samples must be provided for testing. Researchers will measure treatment-emergent adverse events, response rates, duration of response, and disease control. The study may last up to 48 months, with ongoing safety and efficacy monitoring during and after treatment.

Researchers are investigating new treatments for locally advanced or metastatic urothelial cancer UC, a type of bladder cancer that has spread or cannot be removed by surgery or radiation. This trial evaluates whether sacituzumab tirumotecan sac-TMT, an experimental medicine, can help people with UC who have already been treated with specific therapies live longer compared to those who receive certain non-platinum chemotherapy options. The study is a Phase 3 randomized trial comparing sac-TMT with chemotherapy drugs selected by the investigator. Participants are assigned to one of two groups one receives sacituzumab tirumotecan at a dose of 4 mgkg every two weeks by intravenous infusion until the disease worsens or side effects become unacceptable. The other group receives one of three chemotherapy drugspaclitaxel, docetaxel, or vinflunineby intravenous infusion every three weeks, also until disease progression or unacceptable toxicity. Rescue medications may be given as needed to manage side effects according to approved guidelines. During the study, participants undergo assessments of overall survival up to about 40 months, along with other measures such as progression-free survival, response rates, duration of response, and quality of life evaluations using questionnaires. Safety is monitored by recording adverse events and treatment discontinuations. The total study participation may last several years, with regular evaluations to understand the effects and tolerability of the treatments.

Researchers are studying people with idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis IPF or progressive pulmonary fibrosis PPF who have previously taken nerandomilast in another study. The aim is to assess how well patients tolerate long-term treatment with nerandomilast and to evaluate whether it improves lung function and delays worsening symptoms, hospital visits, or death. This open-label extension trial is sponsored by Boehringer Ingelheim and focuses on treatment over an extended period. Participants take nerandomilast tablets for up to 1 year and 10 months while continuing their usual pulmonary fibrosis treatments. The study involves a single treatment group receiving the drug, and no placebo or comparison groups. Regular visits with doctors help monitor health and collect data during this extended treatment phase. Throughout the study, participants undergo regular lung function tests and health assessments to track any adverse events and changes in lung capacity. The main outcome measured is the occurrence of any adverse events for up to about 99 weeks. Secondary outcomes include changes in forced vital capacity and time to worsening of disease symptoms or hospitalization. The study includes ongoing safety monitoring with a total participation time of up to nearly two years.

Researchers are evaluating the efficacy and safety of rilvegostomig compared to pembrolizumab monotherapy as the first-line treatment for patients with metastatic non-small cell lung cancer mNSCLC whose tumors express high levels of PD-L1. This Phase III, randomized, double-blind, multicenter global study focuses on patients with mNSCLC without certain genetic mutations who are suitable for this treatment approach. Participants are randomly assigned to receive either rilvegostomig or pembrolizumab intravenously on Day 1 of each 21-day cycle. The study compares these two drugs over repeated treatment cycles as first-line therapy. Both treatments are biological agents given by infusion, and the study is designed to monitor their effects over up to approximately five years. During the trial, participants will undergo regular assessments including physical exams, imaging scans such as CT or MRI to measure tumor lesions, and laboratory tests to evaluate organ function. Researchers will closely monitor overall survival, progression-free survival, treatment response, duration of response, and patient-reported outcomes on physical functioning and quality of life. Safety and immunogenicity of rilvegostomig will also be evaluated. Participants are followed and assessed for up to five years to gather comprehensive data on treatment effects and long-term outcomes.

Researchers are evaluating the efficacy and safety of combining durvalumab and domvanalimab compared to durvalumab plus placebo in adults with locally advanced Stage III, unresectable non-small cell lung cancer NSCLC whose disease has not progressed after definitive platinum-based concurrent chemoradiotherapy cCRT. This Phase III, randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled, international study aims to provide new insights into treatment options for this patient population. Participants will receive either durvalumab and domvanalimab or durvalumab plus placebo as intravenous infusions every four weeks, beginning on Day 1 and continuing for up to 12 months. The study includes two groups one receiving the combination of durvalumab and domvanalimab, and the other receiving durvalumab with a placebo. Both treatments are given through infusion to assess their effects on disease progression and safety. During the trial, participants will undergo regular assessments including monitoring progression-free survival for up to 8 years after randomization. Other measures include overall survival, response rates, duration of response, and various time-to-event outcomes related to disease progression and symptom deterioration. Researchers will also evaluate drug concentrations and immune responses approximately 12 weeks after the last dose. Participants can expect scheduled visits for infusions and evaluations as part of this long-term study.

Many children with cancer experience emotional distress, fatigue, and difficulties in relationships. Their parents also face increased responsibilities and may feel more distressed and tired. While psychological interventions for these families have shown promise in improving social skills, coping, and well-being, further research is needed. Hypnosis is commonly used in pediatric oncology to reduce pain and distress during procedures and has also been effective in enhancing well-being in adults with cancer. This trial explores the feasibility and potential benefits of combining self-care and hypnosis in a group setting for children with cancer and their parents. The intervention involves six monthly group sessions, each lasting two hours, where participants learn self-hypnosis exercises and discuss self-care techniques like understanding personal needs, self-respect, assertiveness, and managing negative thoughts. Homework assignments are given to encourage positive changes. Two groups participate one including children with cancer and their siblings, and another for their parents. Data are collected before and after the intervention through questionnaires and interviews to assess its impact. Participants will complete assessments measuring changes in childrens quality of life, fatigue related to cancer, and parents perceptions of their childs quality of life and their own fatigue. Secondary outcomes include the impact of cancer on the family, parents emotional distress, and coping strategies. These are evaluated before the program starts and immediately after its conclusion at six months. The study aims to improve understanding of how this combined self-care and hypnosis intervention may enhance the well-being of children with cancer and their families.