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Researchers are studying a treatment called MK-2214 to see if it can slow certain brain changes in people with early Alzheimer's disease (AD). AD is a form of dementia that causes memory loss, difficulties with communication, and challenges in decision-making, which affect daily activities. The study aims to find out if MK-2214 can slow the spread of tau protein in the brain compared to a placebo and to assess the safety and tolerability of MK-2214. Participants will receive either MK-2214 or a placebo through an intravenous (IV) infusion. The study is designed as a phase 2, randomized, placebo-controlled, double-blind trial with parallel groups. The treatment period lasts up to about 23 months, during which participants will receive infusions as scheduled. The placebo looks like the study treatment but contains no active drug, helping researchers understand the treatment's effects. Throughout the study, participants will be monitored for changes in tau protein levels in the brain using PET scans and for any adverse events or side effects. Researchers will track the number of participants experiencing adverse events and those who stop treatment because of them, with safety follow-up lasting up to approximately 26 months. Participants will also undergo brain imaging such as CT, PET, or MRI scans. The study involves regular assessments to measure the treatment's impact and ensure participant safety over the study duration.

Researchers are looking for new ways to treat neovascular age-related macular degeneration (NVAMD). Available standard (usual) treatments for NVAMD, such as aflibercept, may not work for every person. Researchers want to learn if a trial medicine called tiespectus (also called MK-8748 or EYE201) can treat NVAMD. The goal of this trial is to learn if tiespectus works as well as aflibercept to treat NVAMD.

Researchers are evaluating the safety and effectiveness of rilvegostomig compared to pembrolizumab, both combined with platinum-based doublet chemotherapy, as initial treatments for patients with metastatic non-squamous non-small cell lung cancer (mNSCLC) whose tumors express PD-L1. This Phase III, randomized, double-blind, global study focuses on patients whose tumors meet the PD-L1 expression threshold of 1% or higher and do not have certain genetic mutations or rearrangements that would require other targeted therapies. Participants receive either rilvegostomig or pembrolizumab intravenously on the first day of each 21-day treatment cycle. Both groups also receive platinum-based chemotherapy drugs such as carboplatin or cisplatin, administered intravenously up to four cycles, along with pemetrexed given intravenously on Day 1 of each cycle. The study monitors these treatments as first-line therapy for metastatic non-squamous NSCLC. During the study, participants undergo regular assessments including imaging scans to measure tumor size and response, as well as evaluations of organ and bone marrow function. Researchers track overall survival and progression-free survival for up to approximately five years. Safety is closely monitored throughout, and patients are followed long-term to assess outcomes related to treatment effectiveness and tolerability.

This is a Phase III, two-arm, randomized, double-blind, global, multicenter study assessing the efficacy and safety of rilvegostomig compared to pembrolizumab, both in combination with platinum-based doublet chemotherapy, as a first-line (1L) treatment for patients with squamous metastatic non-small cell lung cancer (mNSCLC) whose tumors express PD-L1 (tumor cells (TC) ≥ 1%).

Researchers are studying the effects of zelquistinel, a drug being evaluated for treating major depressive disorder (MDD) in adults aged 18 to 64 years. This Phase 2 clinical trial aims to find out if zelquistinel can reduce depression symptoms compared to a placebo and to assess its safety. Participants diagnosed with MDD and meeting specific severity criteria will be enrolled to better understand the drug's impact on depression scores and potential side effects. Participants will be randomly assigned to receive either zelquistinel or a placebo tablet once a week for six weeks. The study is double-blind and placebo-controlled, meaning neither participants nor researchers know who receives the active drug. The trial includes up to 28 days of screening, a 42-day treatment period with weekly clinic visits, and a 4-week follow-up phase. During visits, depression severity is measured using the Hamilton Depression Rating Scale-17 (HDRS-17). Throughout the study, participants will attend weekly clinic visits for depression assessments and monitoring of adverse events. Researchers will track changes in depression scores from baseline to six weeks to evaluate effectiveness. Safety evaluations and follow-up assessments continue for four weeks after treatment. The total participation time may last up to 98 days, including screening, treatment, and follow-up.

Researchers are conducting a Phase 3 study to evaluate the safety and effectiveness of an intravitreal injection called KSI-101 in adults with macular edema caused by inflammation, known as MESI. This condition involves swelling in the central part of the retina and can affect vision. The study aims to compare KSI-101 to sham injections to understand its impact on improving vision. Participants will receive either KSI-101 or sham injections directly into the eye. The treatment is given through intravitreal injections, which deliver medication inside the eye. The study is randomized, double-masked, and sham-controlled, meaning neither participants nor doctors know who receives the active drug or sham injections. This design helps provide clear and unbiased results. Throughout the study, participants will have their vision assessed, including measuring changes in best-corrected visual acuity (BCVA) at 24 weeks. Researchers will monitor the thickness of the central retina area and check for safety and side effects. Participants will be followed regularly to track vision changes and eye health during the study period.

Researchers are conducting a Phase 3 clinical trial to evaluate the effectiveness and safety of an investigational drug called KSI-101 for people with macular edema caused by inflammation, known as Macular Edema Secondary to Inflammation (MESI). The study focuses on participants who have specific retinal thickness and vision measurements and includes those with active or inactive non-infectious inflammation in one eye. The trial aims to understand how well KSI-101 works compared to a sham injection in improving vision. Participants will receive either KSI-101 through an injection into the eye (intravitreal injection) or a sham injection as a comparison. The study is double-masked and randomized, meaning neither the participants nor the researchers know which treatment is given. The treatment schedule and detailed dosing are not specified here, but the trial includes careful monitoring of participants over time. During the study, participants' vision will be assessed, specifically measuring the change in best-corrected visual acuity (BCVA) after 24 weeks. Other assessments include measuring retinal thickness with imaging technology. Researchers will monitor safety and any side effects throughout the trial. Participation involves regular visits for these evaluations, and the study is designed to gather detailed information on how the treatment affects vision and eye health over the study period.

Researchers are evaluating KB707, a genetically modified herpes simplex virus type 1 vector designed to activate the immune system against advanced solid tumors in the lungs. This Phase 1/2 open-label study aims to assess the safety, tolerability, preliminary effectiveness, and immune response triggered by KB707 in adults with advanced lung cancers who have exhausted or cannot tolerate standard treatments. The study includes participants with non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) and other advanced solid tumors affecting the lungs. Participants receive KB707 inhaled through a nebulizer to deliver the therapy directly into the lungs. In the initial dose escalation phase, KB707 was given weekly for three weeks, then every three weeks as monotherapy. Following dose selection, the expansion phase continues evaluating this regimen. Additional study arms combine inhaled KB707 every two weeks with Keytruda (an immune checkpoint inhibitor) given every six weeks, or with docetaxel chemotherapy every three weeks. Treatment continues until disease progression, unacceptable side effects, or other specified reasons for stopping. Throughout the study, participants undergo regular evaluations including tumor scans to measure response, safety monitoring for adverse events, and immune system assessments. The primary outcome focuses on the safety and tolerability of inhaled KB707 over up to 36 months. Participants are closely followed to understand how the treatment affects tumor control and immune activity, with ongoing monitoring until treatment discontinuation or study completion.

Researchers are studying the effects of two experimental drugs, pozelimab and cemdisiran, in adults aged 50 to 85 who have Geographic Atrophy (GA) caused by Age-related Macular Degeneration (AMD), a condition that affects central vision. The study aims to compare how quickly GA progresses in patients treated with cemdisiran alone, a combination of pozelimab and cemdisiran, or a placebo. Additional goals include monitoring possible side effects, measuring drug levels in the blood, and checking for antibodies that might reduce drug effectiveness or cause side effects. Participants receive subcutaneous injections of either pozelimab combined with cemdisiran, cemdisiran alone, or a placebo. The study is randomized, double-masked, and placebo-controlled, conducted at multiple centers. Treatment schedules and dosing are managed as described in the protocol, with vaccinations for meningococcal and pneumococcal infections required prior to participation. Throughout the study, participants undergo regular clinic visits where eye imaging using Fundus Autofluorescence (FAF) tracks the progression of GA lesion area over 52 weeks. Researchers also monitor safety, side effects, and immune responses, ensuring adherence to study procedures. The main outcome measured is the growth rate of the GA lesion area over one year, helping to evaluate the potential benefits and risks of the study drugs.

Researchers are evaluating the effectiveness and safety of opevesostat combined with hormone replacement therapy compared to alternative treatments with abiraterone acetate or enzalutamide in people with metastatic castration-resistant prostate cancer (mCRPC) who have already been treated with one next-generation hormonal agent. This Phase 3 study aims to determine whether opevesostat improves radiographic progression-free survival, assessed by independent central review, in participants with or without androgen receptor ligand binding domain mutations. Participants will receive either oral opevesostat along with hormone replacement therapy drugs such as dexamethasone and fludrocortisone acetate, or they will receive alternative oral treatments including abiraterone acetate with prednisone acetate or enzalutamide. Hydrocortisone can be used as a rescue drug if needed. The study is open-label and randomized, comparing these treatment strategies in participants who have progressed after prior hormonal therapy. During the study, participants will undergo assessments including imaging scans to monitor disease progression. Researchers will measure radiographic progression-free survival up to approximately 52 months. Safety and overall survival are also monitored as secondary outcomes. Participants must attend scheduled visits for evaluations, provide tumor tissue samples, and have ongoing monitoring of organ function, hormone levels, and other relevant health parameters throughout the study period.