Recruiting at 7 sites Phase 1, Phase 2 Extensive-stage Small Cell Lung Cancer (ES-SCLC)

Extensive-stage Small Cell Lung Cancer study: DJI136

Official title A Study to Evaluate DJI136, a DLL3-targeted CAR-T Therapy

ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT07564401

What this study is testing

What is DJI136?

DJI136 is an investigational CAR-T therapy being studied as a potential treatment for extensive-stage small cell lung cancer. is designed to use modified immune cells to target and attack cancer cells that have a specific marker called DLL3.

Plain-language explanation of the investigational treatment. It is being studied and is not an approved or proven therapy. The study team can confirm the details.

What it's testing
The study aims to find the safest and most effective dose of DJI136 and to see if it shows early signs of working in this cancer.
Who it's for
It is looking for adults who have extensive‑stage small cell lung cancer and have not responded to standard treatments.
What's involved
Participants will receive DJI136 infusions and will have regular clinic visits for monitoring, blood tests, and imaging to check safety and tumor response.
Time commitment
The study lasts about 6–12 months, with several hospital visits for infusions and follow‑up assessments.
  • Phase 2: a mid-size study of how well it works
  • Which group you join is decided by chance.

A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.

Who can take part

Ages 18 and older

You may be able to join if

  • Phase I: Patients with ES-SCLC and disease progression after one or more chemotherapy regimens (that included a platinum-based doublet chemotherapy...
  • Phase II: Patients with ES-SCLC who have received a platinum-based doublet chemotherapy in combination with a PD-L1 inhibitor according to local...
  • Male or female patients must be ≥ 18 years of age.
  • Histologically or cytologically confirmed small cell lung cancer (SCLC).
  • At least one measurable lesion as defined by Response Evaluation Criteria in Solid Tumors (RECIST 1.1).

You likely can't join if

  • Prior administration of a genetically modified cellular product, including prior DLL3-targeted CAR-T cell therapy.
  • Unstable or symptomatic central nervous system (CNS) metastases and/or carcinomatous meningitis.
  • Uncontrolled seizure disorder.
  • Clinically significant active infections, including Hepatitis B/C and Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV).
  • Has a known additional malignancy that is progressing or requires active treatment, with specific exceptions as defined in the study protocol.
  • History of prior solid organ transplant or allogenic hematopoietic cell transplant
See the full eligibility criteria
Who can join
  • Phase I: Patients with ES-SCLC and disease progression after one or more chemotherapy regimens (that included a platinum-based doublet chemotherapy in combination with a PD-L1 inhibitor) according to the local SOC...
  • Phase II: Patients with ES-SCLC who have received a platinum-based doublet chemotherapy in combination with a PD-L1 inhibitor according to local standard of care, unless the patient was ineligible to receive such...
  • Male or female patients must be ≥ 18 years of age.
  • Histologically or cytologically confirmed small cell lung cancer (SCLC).
  • At least one measurable lesion as defined by Response Evaluation Criteria in Solid Tumors (RECIST 1.1).
  • Eastern Cooperative Oncology Group (ECOG) performance status of 0 or 1.
  • Patients must have an archival tumor tissue available, collected within 6 months prior to screening.
  • Patient must be deemed suitable by the investigator to undergo the lymphodepletion (LD) regimen.
  • Patient must have an apheresis product of non-mobilized cells accepted for manufacturing.
What rules you out
  • Prior administration of a genetically modified cellular product, including prior DLL3-targeted CAR-T cell therapy.
  • Unstable or symptomatic central nervous system (CNS) metastases and/or carcinomatous meningitis. Stable brain metastases may participate provided they meet the specific criteria.
  • Uncontrolled seizure disorder.
  • Clinically significant active infections, including Hepatitis B/C and Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV).
  • Has a known additional malignancy that is progressing or requires active treatment, with specific exceptions as defined in the study protocol.
  • History of prior solid organ transplant or allogenic hematopoietic cell transplant
  • Other significant pulmonary, cardiac, hepatic, renal or neurologic disease, parameters for which are defined in the study protocol.
  • Pregnant or nursing women. Other protocol-defined inclusion/exclusion criteria may apply.

The study team makes the final eligibility decision.

Where it is enrolling

  • Lexington, Kentucky, United States
  • Houston, Texas, United States
  • Seattle, Washington, United States
  • Clayton, Victoria, Australia
  • Singapore, Singapore
  • Seoul, Seoul, South Korea
  • Seoul, South Korea

Questions & answers

Do participants get paid in this trial?

This listing doesn't specify compensation. Many trials still reimburse travel or offer a stipend, so it's worth asking the study team when you connect.

Is it free to join, and do I need insurance?

Searching and applying through BridgeMD is free. In clinical trials the study-related treatment and visits are generally provided at no cost to you. You usually don't need insurance to take part, but confirm specifics with the study team.

How long does this study last?

The listing doesn't state an exact length. The study team walks you through the schedule and number of visits before you decide to enroll.

Who can join this trial?

This study is enrolling all sexes, 18 years and older. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.

Where is this trial taking place?

This study is enrolling now at Lexington, Kentucky, United States; Houston, Texas, United States; Seattle, Washington, United States; Clayton, Victoria, Australia; Singapore, Singapore; Seoul, Seoul, South Korea and 1 more location. Enter your location above to see the nearest enrolling site and check your eligibility.

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