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This research aims to evaluate the effects of litifilimab (BIIB059), a monoclonal antibody, in adults with active subacute or chronic cutaneous lupus erythematosus (CLE), with or without systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE). Participants have active skin symptoms of CLE that have not improved with antimalarial therapy or had difficulties continuing that treatment. The study focuses on reducing skin disease activity using several scores including CLA-IGA-R and CLASI, while also assessing safety, immune response, and quality of life. Participants will be randomly assigned to receive either litifilimab or a placebo injection under the skin every four weeks during a 24-week double-blind period where neither participants nor researchers know which treatment is given. After this, all participants will receive litifilimab injections every four weeks for an additional 28 weeks. Those who complete the treatment may join a long-term extension study or enter a follow-up safety period lasting up to 24 weeks. Total participation may last up to 80 weeks. Throughout the study, researchers will monitor skin disease activity using the CLA-IGA-R erythema score and the CLASI-A activity score to see how many participants improve. They will also assess safety, tolerability, immune system effects, and participants' quality of life using questionnaires. These evaluations occur regularly during both treatment periods and follow-up to understand the impact of litifilimab on CLE symptoms and overall health.

Researchers are evaluating MDNA11, a long-acting "beta-only" recombinant interleukin-2 designed to activate immune cells that attack cancer while minimizing stimulation of cells that suppress immunity. This Phase 1/2 open-label study aims to assess the safety, tolerability, pharmacokinetics, pharmacodynamics, and early anti-tumor activity of MDNA11 alone or combined with pembrolizumab in patients with advanced or metastatic solid tumors. The study includes dose-escalation and dose-expansion parts for both monotherapy and combination therapy with pembrolizumab. MDNA11 is given intravenously every two weeks with doses ranging from 0.003 to 0.6 mg/kg for monotherapy, while dose ranges for combination therapy are also evaluated. Treatment continues until progression, withdrawal, or loss to follow-up, with tumor assessments by CT or MRI every 8 weeks. Participants will undergo regular imaging scans every 8 weeks to monitor tumor response and safety assessments throughout the 24-month study. Researchers will track recommended doses for expansion, treatment-related adverse events, and overall safety. The study involves up to 115 patients across multiple sites and includes long-term monitoring for up to 24 months.

Researchers are evaluating a combination therapy using BNT324, a B7-H3 antibody-drug conjugate, with BNT327, a bispecific antibody targeting PD-L1 and VEGF, in people with advanced or relapsed small cell lung cancer (SCLC) and non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC). This two-part Phase Ib/II trial aims to find safe and effective dose levels and to assess the therapy's safety and clinical effects in different lung cancer groups, including treatment-nave and relapsed patients. The study uses a dose escalation design in Part 1 to establish two safe combination dose levels of BNT324 and BNT327. In Part 2, participants receive either the higher or lower recommended dose to determine the optimal dose for further study. Some groups are randomized to one of the two doses, while others receive the highest dose based on prior results. Both drugs are given by intravenous infusion during the treatment period. Participants undergo screening before starting treatment, followed by treatment and safety monitoring. Researchers track dose-limiting toxicities, adverse events, dose adjustments, and treatment discontinuations up to 90 days after treatment ends or until new anticancer therapy starts. They also evaluate objective response rates up to 87 months after the first dose. Ongoing survival follow-up is included to assess long-term outcomes and safety.

Researchers are evaluating the effects of Diaberine, a berberine-based nutraceutical supplement, on blood sugar regulation and metabolism. This randomized, triple-blind, placebo-controlled study involves 80 participants aged 18 to 70 years with a metabolism disorder and aims to assess the supplement's efficacy and tolerance over 24 weeks. Participants will be randomly assigned to take either Diaberine or a placebo capsule. Each participant will take one capsule three times daily, 15 minutes before meals, throughout the 24-week study period. The study compares the effects of the active supplement to the placebo under these controlled conditions. During the study, participants will be monitored at baseline, week 12, and week 24 to evaluate changes in blood sugar regulation and metabolism. Researchers will collect data on these primary outcomes while ensuring participants maintain their usual diet, sleep, and activity levels. Safety and adherence to the study protocol will also be observed throughout the trial.

Researchers are investigating BGB-16673, a targeted protein degrader aimed at treating various B-cell cancers including marginal zone lymphoma, follicular lymphoma, mantle cell lymphoma, chronic lymphocytic leukemia, Waldenström macroglobulinemia, and diffuse large B-cell lymphoma. The study includes both Phase 1 and Phase 2 parts to determine safe and effective dosing and to evaluate the drug's response in patients. The trial is conducted under the new company name BeOne Medicines, previously known as BeiGene. The treatment involves oral administration of BGB-16673. Phase 1 focuses on dose escalation and safety expansion to identify the maximum tolerated dose and recommended dose for expansion over approximately 28 days to 3 years. Phase 2 includes expansion cohorts to assess overall response rates over about 3 years. Participants may have prior treatments including Bruton tyrosine kinase inhibitors and other anticancer therapies depending on their cancer type and study phase. Participants will be monitored closely with assessments of adverse events from the first dose until 30 days after the last dose or before starting new therapy, whichever comes first, for up to 47 weeks. The study measures tolerability, dosing recommendations, and treatment response. Eligibility assessments include performance status and measurable disease, with safety and response evaluations continuing through both phases for up to three years.

Researchers are studying the dose-response effects of galvokimig compared with a placebo in adults with moderate-to-severe atopic dermatitis, a chronic skin condition lasting at least one year. The study focuses on adults aged 18 years and older who have significant disease activity as measured by specific clinical scores and a history of inadequate response to topical treatments or contraindications to them. This phase 2 trial aims to evaluate the safety, effectiveness, and how the drug behaves in the body. Participants will receive either galvokimig or a placebo as an injection. The study uses a randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled design with multiple doses tested in parallel groups. Treatments are given as solutions for injection, and the study monitors participants over a defined period to assess how the drug works and its safety profile. During the study, participants will undergo assessments including clinical scoring of their skin condition such as the Eczema Area and Severity Index at week 16 to measure response. Researchers will also monitor safety through physical exams, laboratory tests, and medical history reviews. The study requires stopping other systemic or topical treatments before starting and tracks participant adherence and outcomes carefully throughout the study duration.

Researchers are conducting a first-in-human phase 1 study to evaluate MEN2312, a lysine acetyltransferase 6 (KAT6) inhibitor, in adults with advanced breast cancer. This study focuses on participants whose cancer has recurred locally or metastasized and who have limited treatment options after prior therapies. The trial aims to assess the safety and appropriate dosing of MEN2312, alone or combined with elacestrant, an oral drug also being studied. Participants will receive MEN2312 tablets orally, either as a single treatment or alongside elacestrant tablets. The study allows participants who have undergone up to six prior systemic therapies for advanced disease, including chemotherapy or antibody drug conjugates. The study involves careful selection of participants based on genetic alterations in their tumor tissue related to PIK3CA, AKT1, or PTEN genes. Throughout the trial, researchers will monitor participants for dose-limiting toxicity over the first 28 days and determine the recommended phase 2 dose by six months. Safety assessments, treatment response, and side effects will be tracked closely. Participation requires ongoing evaluations to measure how the participant's cancer responds and to ensure safety while receiving the study treatments.

Researchers are conducting a Phase 1, first-in-human study to evaluate YL217, an antibody-drug conjugate targeting the CDH17 protein, in patients with advanced solid tumors. This study aims to assess the safety, tolerability, pharmacokinetics, and efficacy of YL217, which has shown promising anti-tumor activity in preclinical models of colorectal and gastric cancers. The study addresses a significant unmet need in gastrointestinal cancer treatment by exploring a novel therapeutic approach. Participants will receive YL217 through intravenous infusion. The study is designed as an open-label, multicenter trial where patients with advanced solid tumors will be treated and monitored. The trial includes different parts, with eligibility based on tumor type and disease stage, ensuring patients have measurable tumor lesions and adequate organ function. The treatment period will involve careful dose administration and observation. Throughout the trial, participants will undergo various assessments to monitor safety and treatment response, including tracking dose-limiting toxicities, adverse events, and objective response rates for up to approximately three years. Researchers will collect data on tumor response and side effects, with regular clinical evaluations and laboratory tests. The study duration allows for long-term follow-up to understand the impact of YL217 on tumor progression and patient health.

Researchers are evaluating the safety and effectiveness of pulsed field ablation (PFA) therapy for treating persistent atrial fibrillation (PersAF) that does not respond to medication. The study compares PFA targeting pulmonary veins plus extra-PV sources identified by electrographic flow (EGF) mapping against PFA targeting pulmonary veins plus the left atrial posterior wall (PVI + PWA). The goal is to establish safety and to show that the new method is not less effective than the current approach in patients with symptomatic, drug-refractory PersAF. Participants will receive treatment using several devices, including the FARAPOINT Pulsed Field Ablation System, the OptiMap System for electrogram analysis, and the FARAWAVE NAV Catheter combined with the Opal HDx Mapping System for detailed heart mapping. All subjects will undergo electroanatomical mapping of the entire left atrium, followed by pulsed field ablation of the pulmonary veins, with additional ablation of either EGF-identified sources or the posterior wall, depending on the assigned treatment group. During the study, participants will be monitored for safety outcomes at 60 days and effectiveness outcomes at 365 days. They will receive a LUX-Dx insertable cardiac monitor to track heart rhythm continuously. Researchers will collect clinical data, imaging, and follow-up assessments to evaluate treatment impact and safety. The study includes ongoing follow-up visits to ensure thorough monitoring of heart function and study outcomes over one year.

Researchers are investigating the long-term risk of liver failure associated with TURALIO14 (pexidartinib) treatment in patients with symptomatic tenosynovial giant cell tumor (TGCT) that causes severe morbidity or functional limitations and cannot be improved with surgery. This study also aims to understand the mechanism of liver injury by analyzing liver biopsy samples from patients who have experienced hepatotoxicity while receiving or having received TURALIO14. The study is observational and does not provide any study medication. Patients who have developed liver test abnormalities due to TURALIO14 exposure may participate. Optional liver biopsies will be collected for detailed analysis of immune cell profiles to explore the causes of liver injury. Additionally, blood samples will be taken to assess liver function, safety, immune cells, and genetic factors. Participants will be followed annually for up to 10 years to monitor the long-term risk of liver failure. During the study, participants will undergo regular assessments including blood tests and optional liver biopsies. The research team will track the frequency of hepatic failure from the start of the study up to 10 years later. This long-term follow-up is designed to provide important safety information regarding the liver effects of TURALIO14 treatment in this patient population.