A Phase I Study of T-Cells Genetically Modified at the CCR5 Gene by Zinc Finger Nucleases SB-728mR in HIV-Infected Patients, With or Without the CCR5 Delta-32 Mutation, Pre-treated With Cyclophosphamide
The Phase I study conducted by the University of Pennsylvania explores the safety and antiviral activity of genetically modified CD4+ T cells targeting the CCR5 gene in HIV-infected patients. Given the increasing prevalence of HIV and the limitations of current antiretroviral therapies, this innovative approach could position itself as a novel treatment option in the HIV market. The competitive landscape includes established antiretroviral therapies and emerging gene therapies. Successful outcomes may enhance the sponsor's reputation in the field of gene editing and immunotherapy, potentially attracting partnerships or investments. Diligence should focus on regulatory pathways, reimbursement strategies, and the scalability of manufacturing processes for the genetically modified T cells.
Indication: Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV)
Modality: small molecule
Target: CCR5 gene (Zinc Finger Nucleases SB-728mR)
Sponsor: University of Pennsylvania
Source URL: ClinicalTrials.gov
Source updated: Apr 10, 2019
Ingested: Jun 19, 2026
Model: trialsignal-ai-v1
Validation: validated
Matched by target_normalized: CCR5 gene (Zinc Finger Nucleases SB-728mR)
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Condition raw: Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV)
Condition normalized: Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV)
Modality raw: small molecule
Modality normalized: small molecule
Target raw: CCR5 gene (Zinc Finger Nucleases SB-728mR)
Target normalized: CCR5 gene (Zinc Finger Nucleases SB-728mR)