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Intratumoral Injection of Standard Universal Donor Expanded Natural Killer Cells and TGF-beta Imprinted Natural Killer Cells for the Treatment of Skin Squamous Cell Carcinoma and Basal Cell Carcinoma
NCT07144384 · View on ClinicalTrials.gov ↗
Study Summary
This early phase I trial compares the safety, side effects and the biological or cellular activity of two types of universal donor (UD) natural killer (NK) cells (standard NK cells and transforming growth factor \[TGF\] beta imprinted \[TGF-beta-i\] NK cells), given directly into the tumor (intratumoral) in treating patients with skin (cutaneous) squamous cell carcinoma (SCC) or basal cell carcinoma (BCC). NK cells are a type of white blood cell that can recognize missing or incorrect proteins on tumor cells and then kill these tumor cells. It was recently discovered that infection with human cytomegalovirus (CMV), a common virus, leads to the development of a unique NK cell population. These "adaptive" NK cells have a more potent anti-tumor killing action. The TGF-beta-i NK cells used in this study are created using donors whose blood tests positive for CMV exposure. This may make them more effective at killing tumor cells. Giving UD TGF-beta-i NK cells may be safe, tolerable and/or more effective than standard UD expanded NK cells in treating patients with SCC or BCC.
Conditions Studied
Interventions
- PROCEDURE Biopsy Procedure
- PROCEDURE Surgical Procedure
- BIOLOGICAL Natural Killer Cell Therapy
- BIOLOGICAL Universal Donor Expanded TGF-beta-imprinted NK Cells
Study Locations (1)
Ohio
- Ohio State University Comprehensive Cancer Center — Columbus
Trial Details
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Enrollment Target | 40 participants |
| Start Date | 2025-10-16 |
| Est. Completion | 2026-12-31 |
| Phase | Early Phase 1 |
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Full Details on ClinicalTrials.gov ↗What the Registry Record Tells You About NCT07144384
The ClinicalTrials.gov registry entry for NCT07144384 describes a study currently listed as recruiting. It is categorized as Early Phase 1, which is the standard way researchers label where a study sits along the investigational pathway from early safety work through later efficacy and post-marketing evaluation. The registered enrollment target is 40 participants, a figure that helps gauge the scale of data the investigators plan to collect. The listed sponsor is Kirsten Johnson, which has 1 total studies on file at ClinicalTrials.gov, and sponsors are the parties responsible for study design, oversight, and regulatory filings.
The record links to 3 conditions, with Skin Squamous Cell Carcinoma appearing as the primary indexed condition, and to 4 interventions — of which Biopsy Procedure is the first listed. Interventions can include drugs, devices, procedures, behavioral programs, or observational arms, and each is tracked as a separate registry field so that downstream queries can filter accurately. When a trial lists multiple interventions, it usually reflects a multi-arm design or a comparison protocol rather than a single treatment being tested in isolation. The brief summary published in the registry is the clearest source of protocol intent and should be read before drawing conclusions from any sidebar tags.
Geographic footprint matters for practical reasons: NCT07144384 reports 1 study location spanning 1 distinct geographic area — top geographies include Ohio. A larger site network tends to correlate with broader recruitment capacity, but it does not imply anything about study quality, and site-level enrollment status can diverge from the overall registry status shown above. Every data point on this page comes from the public ClinicalTrials.gov dataset and is reproduced here for reference only; it is not a medical recommendation, an endorsement of the sponsor, or an invitation to enroll. Verify current status, eligibility criteria, and contact details directly at ClinicalTrials.gov, and discuss any participation decision with your own healthcare provider.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is clinical trial NCT07144384 about?
NCT07144384 is a clinical study titled "Intratumoral Injection of Standard Universal Donor Expanded Natural Killer Cells and TGF-beta Imprinted Natural Killer Cells for the Treatment of Skin Squamous Cell Carcinoma and Basal Cell Carcinoma". This early phase I trial compares the safety, side effects and the biological or cellular activity of two types of universal donor (UD) natural killer (NK) cells (standard NK cells and transforming growth factor \[TGF\] beta imprinted \[TGF-beta-i\] NK cells), given directly into the tumor (intratum...
What is the current status of trial NCT07144384?
This trial is currently recruiting. It is a Early Phase 1 study. The enrollment target is 40 participants. The study started on 2025-10-16. Estimated completion is 2026-12-31.
What conditions does trial NCT07144384 study?
This clinical trial studies the following conditions: Skin Squamous Cell Carcinoma, Skin Basal Cell Carcinoma, Skin Nodular Basal Cell Carcinoma. These conditions were identified from the trial registry and reflect the primary focus areas of the research.
What interventions are being tested in trial NCT07144384?
The interventions under investigation include: Biopsy Procedure (PROCEDURE), Surgical Procedure (PROCEDURE), Natural Killer Cell Therapy (BIOLOGICAL), Universal Donor Expanded TGF-beta-imprinted NK Cells (BIOLOGICAL). Each intervention is being evaluated for safety and efficacy as part of this clinical study.
Who is sponsoring clinical trial NCT07144384?
This trial is sponsored by Kirsten Johnson, which has 1 total clinical trials registered on ClinicalTrials.gov. The sponsor is responsible for the study's design, funding, and regulatory compliance.
Where is trial NCT07144384 being conducted?
This trial has 1 study location across Ohio. Contact the study sites directly through ClinicalTrials.gov for enrollment availability.
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