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This research aims to evaluate the safety, tolerability, and impact on albuminuria of the drug MZE829 in adults who have proteinuric chronic kidney disease and carry the APOL1 high-risk genotype. This Phase 2 open-label study focuses on participants with specific genetic markers associated with kidney disease to better understand treatment effects. Participants will receive MZE829 in the form of oral capsules. The study involves monitoring the participants over a 12-week period to assess the drug's safety and how well patients tolerate it. Researchers will also measure changes in albuminuria, which reflects kidney function. During the study, participants will be closely monitored for any adverse events from the first day through week 12. Safety assessments and laboratory tests will be performed to track the drug’s effects. The main goal is to determine how safe and tolerable MZE829 is, along with its impact on kidney disease markers over the treatment duration.

Researchers are evaluating the effectiveness of pembrolizumab combined with sacituzumab govitecan-hziy compared to the standard chemotherapy treatments in patients with locally advanced or metastatic urothelial cancer. This Phase III trial focuses on cancers that have spread to nearby tissues, lymph nodes, or other parts of the body. The study aims to compare overall survival and other outcomes such as progression-free survival, response rates, clinical benefits, duration of response, and treatment toxicity between the two treatment approaches. Quality of life and fatigue are also assessed as secondary measures. Participants are randomly assigned to one of two treatment groups. One group receives standard of care chemotherapy, which may include carboplatin or cisplatin combined with gemcitabine, or alternatively docetaxel or paclitaxel, administered intravenously in cycles every 21 days for up to six cycles, unless the disease progresses or side effects become unacceptable. The other group receives sacituzumab govitecan-hziy intravenously on days 1 and 8, along with pembrolizumab intravenously on day 1 of each 21-day cycle, continuing for up to 35 cycles or two years, unless there is disease progression or unacceptable toxicity. Throughout the study, participants undergo regular blood sample collections and imaging scans using computed tomography or magnetic resonance imaging to monitor their condition. Quality of life questionnaires are also completed to assess symptoms and fatigue over time. After treatment ends, patients are followed up 30 days later and then annually for up to five years to evaluate long-term outcomes and safety. The main outcome measured is overall survival from the time of randomization up to five years.

Researchers are evaluating the safety and effectiveness of a new medication called CX11 in adults with type 2 diabetes who have not achieved good blood sugar control despite taking a stable dose of metformin, with or without an SGLT2 inhibitor, for at least 90 days. This Phase 2 study is conducted at multiple medical centers and uses a randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled design to compare different doses of CX11 against placebo over a 24-week treatment period. Participants will be randomly assigned to one of six groups, each receiving a different dose of CX11 tablets or matching placebo tablets taken orally once daily. The treatment phase lasts 24 weeks, followed by a 2-week safety follow-up period where researchers will monitor participants for any side effects or health changes after stopping the study medication. Throughout the study, participants will undergo assessments including blood tests to measure changes in glycosylated hemoglobin (HbA1c) from the start of the study to week 24. Other evaluations will monitor safety and health status. The total participation time is approximately 26 weeks, including treatment and follow-up. Researchers will also track adherence to medication and lifestyle instructions during this time.

Immunoglobulin A nephropathy (IgAN) is a kidney disease caused by the build-up of immune protein complexes in the kidneys, leading to inflammation and possible kidney damage. This Phase 3 study is evaluating how well mezagitamab, compared to a placebo, reduces protein levels in the urine (proteinuria) in adults with primary IgAN. It also aims to assess the safety and tolerability of mezagitamab and its ability to maintain kidney function over the long term. Participants will be randomly assigned to one of two groups in the main study: two-thirds will receive mezagitamab injections under the skin, and one-third will receive placebo injections that look identical but have no active medicine. Treatment will occur in two 1-year cycles, each including about six months of dosing and six months of observation with monthly check-ups. An open-label group will include a small number of participants with lower proteinuria or kidney filtering issues, including those who previously received mezagitamab in another study; these participants will receive mezagitamab similarly to the main group. During the study, participants will visit the clinic several times for assessments. Researchers will monitor changes in proteinuria from the start through week 36, along with safety and kidney function. They will also perform regular evaluations and check-ups throughout each treatment and observation period to track participants' health and response to treatment.

Researchers are studying the safety and effectiveness of praliciguat in adults diagnosed with focal segmental glomerulosclerosis (FSGS), a kidney condition confirmed by biopsy. This Phase 2 trial is randomized, double-blind, and placebo-controlled, involving multiple centers. The goal is to see how praliciguat affects kidney function compared to a placebo over a set period. Participants will be randomly assigned to receive either praliciguat or a placebo as oral tablets for 24 weeks during the double-blind phase. After this, all participants will receive praliciguat in an open-label extension for another 24 weeks. This design allows researchers to compare the initial effects and then observe longer-term treatment outcomes. Throughout the study, participants will have their urine protein-to-creatinine ratio (UPCR) measured from baseline through week 24 to monitor kidney function changes. Additional assessments include safety monitoring during both the double-blind and open-label phases. The total participation duration is approximately 48 weeks, including both treatment periods.

Researchers are evaluating whether adding immunotherapy drugs brentuximab vedotin and nivolumab to standard chemotherapy, with or without radiation, can improve survival for patients aged 5 to 60 years with newly diagnosed stage I or II classical Hodgkin lymphoma. This phase III trial compares outcomes in groups based on their early response to initial chemotherapy, aiming to understand if immunotherapy can lead to better progression-free survival and overall survival compared to standard treatment alone. The study also looks at side effects, quality of life, and long-term health impacts across different patient groups. Participants first receive two cycles of standard ABVD chemotherapy every 28 days, followed by imaging to classify their response as rapid or slow early responders and their risk status as favorable or unfavorable. Based on these factors, patients are assigned to one of eight treatment arms that include either continued standard chemotherapy regimens or immunotherapy with brentuximab vedotin and nivolumab, sometimes combined with involved-site radiation therapy. Treatments are given intravenously or orally depending on the drugs, and cycles typically last 28 days. Imaging and blood samples are collected regularly throughout the study. Throughout the trial, participants undergo frequent scans such as FDG-PET, CT, MRI, and PET-CT to monitor their disease status. Blood samples and questionnaires assess treatment effects and quality of life. After completing treatment, patients have scheduled follow-up visits every 3 months for the first year, then every 6 months for two years, and annually up to 12 years to track long-term outcomes, side effects, and survival. The main measurements focus on progression-free survival, overall survival, treatment-related adverse events, and patient-reported experiences.

Researchers are evaluating the safety and how the body processes AZD7760 when given as an intravenous infusion. The study includes healthy adults (Phase I) and adults with end-stage kidney disease who are receiving hemodialysis through a central venous catheter (Phase IIa). It aims to understand the occurrence of adverse events and how the drug behaves in these two groups. In Phase I, participants are randomly assigned to receive one of three doses of AZD7760 or a placebo as a single intravenous infusion. This part includes a 28-day screening period, a 3-day dosing period with the infusion given on Day 1, followed by a 12-month follow-up. In Phase IIa, participants receive either AZD7760 or placebo as two intravenous infusions spaced three months apart (Day 1 and Day 91), along with a 28-day screening period and a 12-month follow-up after the last infusion. Participants will be monitored for adverse events, serious adverse events, and special interest events from Day 1 up to 361 days in Phase I and 181 days in Phase IIa. Assessments will include safety laboratory tests, physical exams, and vital signs. Researchers will closely observe participants during follow-up to evaluate safety and gather pharmacokinetic data over the course of one year after dosing.

Researchers are evaluating the effects of felzartamab in adults with Immunoglobulin A nephropathy (IgAN), a kidney disease caused by the buildup of abnormal IgA antibodies in the kidneys. This buildup leads to inflammation and damage, causing protein to appear in the urine. The study aims to understand how felzartamab influences proteinuria and kidney function, while also assessing the safety and how the body processes this treatment. This is a Phase 3, randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled study focusing on adults with IgAN. Participants will be randomly assigned to receive either felzartamab or a placebo through intravenous (IV) infusions. Neither the participants nor the researchers will know which treatment is given. The treatment period lasts 24 weeks followed by an 80-week follow-up period. In total, participants will attend 17 study visits over about 2 years to receive infusions and participate in study activities. During the study, participants will undergo assessments including urine tests to measure protein levels, kidney function evaluations, and safety monitoring. Researchers will track changes in proteinuria from the start of the study to Week 36 as the main outcome. Additional measurements will include kidney function, clinical endpoints, and the study of how felzartamab is processed by the body. Participant safety and long-term effects will be monitored throughout the study and follow-up periods.

Researchers are studying the effects and safety of felzartamab, a laboratory-made monoclonal antibody, in adults with primary membranous nephropathy (PMN), a condition where harmful autoantibodies build up in the kidney filters causing damage. This damage leads to protein leaking into the urine, swelling, tiredness, and high blood pressure, which can progress to kidney failure if untreated. The study aims to compare felzartamab to tacrolimus, a standard oral medication, to see how well each helps achieve complete remission of proteinuria and maintains kidney function over 104 weeks. Participants will be randomly assigned to receive either felzartamab through intravenous infusions or tacrolimus tablets by mouth. The study includes a screening period of up to 42 days before treatment begins. If a participant's kidney function worsens, proteinuria increases, or the disease relapses without improvement, rescue treatment options are available. Those stopping treatment early will have follow-up visits every 12 weeks until week 104. Participants without rescue treatment will continue in the study for up to 104 weeks, while those needing rescue treatment may stay for up to 156 weeks, with a total of up to 23 study visits. Throughout the study, researchers will monitor how many participants achieve complete remission, how long remission lasts, and the development of antibodies against felzartamab. They will also assess the drug's safety, how it is processed in the body, and its effects on participants' tiredness and overall physical health. Regular evaluations, including laboratory tests and patient-reported outcomes, will help understand the treatment impact and safety over the long term.

Researchers are investigating the addition of an immunotherapy drug called durvalumab to standard chemotherapy treatment in patients with MammaPrint High 2 Risk (MP2) stage II-III hormone receptor positive, HER2 negative breast cancer. This phase III trial aims to compare the effectiveness of usual chemotherapy alone versus chemotherapy combined with durvalumab. Immunotherapy with durvalumab may help the immune system attack cancer cells and prevent tumor growth and spread, while chemotherapy drugs like paclitaxel, doxorubicin, and cyclophosphamide work to stop cancer cells from growing or dividing. Previous studies suggest patients with an MP2 result might respond better to this combined treatment approach. Participants first undergo MammaPrint testing to confirm MP2 status before randomization into two groups. One group receives paclitaxel intravenously on days 1 and 8 every 14 days for 6 cycles, followed by doxorubicin and cyclophosphamide intravenously on day 1 every 14 days for 4 cycles. The other group receives the same chemotherapy schedule plus durvalumab intravenously over 60 minutes on specified cycles during both chemotherapy phases. Mammography is performed during screening, and optional tissue and blood samples are collected for future studies. Throughout the study, participants are monitored through various assessments including imaging, physical exams, laboratory tests, and quality of life questionnaires focusing on fatigue and physical and mental health. Researchers track breast cancer event-free survival and other outcomes such as treatment side effects and response rates. After completing treatment, patients are followed for up to 10 years or until death to evaluate long-term outcomes and safety.