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Merkel Cell Carcinoma of Skin clinical trials and research
As of November 12, 2026, Find a Trial lists 3 Merkel Cell Carcinoma of Skin clinical trials that are recruiting, at sites in 3 countries (most in United States (1), France (1), Germany (1)). By phase: Phase 1 (2). Every study is explained in plain English. Data from ClinicalTrials.gov and NIH RePORTER, updated November 12, 2026.
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Newest Merkel Cell Carcinoma of Skin clinical trials
| Study | Phase | Where | Status | Registered |
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| First-in-human test of KUP-101A in selected advanced skin cancers | Phase 1 | Munich, Bavaria and 2 other locations | Recruiting | May 20, 2026 |
| Lab validation of immune cell therapy for MCPyV-positive Merkel cell carcinoma | — | Boulogne-Billancourt | Recruiting | Jan 17, 2025 |
| Treatment of advanced solid tumors with VET3-TGI immunotherapy | Phase 1 | Los Angeles, California and 6 other locations | Recruiting | Jun 6, 2024 |
All recruiting trials (3)
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First-in-human test of KUP-101A in selected advanced skin cancers
This early study tests KUP-101A to see if it's safe and tolerable and to gather initial clues about its activity in patients with advanced skin cancers.
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Lab validation of immune cell therapy for MCPyV-positive Merkel cell carcinoma
The team will test a lab-based immune cell therapy on tumor or blood samples from adults with MCPyV-positive Merkel cell carcinoma to see how the cells respond.
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Treatment of advanced solid tumors with VET3-TGI immunotherapy
This study is testing a new cancer treatment called VET3-TGI to see if it can safely target and kill cancer cells in patients with advanced solid tumors, either by injecting it directly into the tumors or giving it through an IV.
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Quick answers
How many Merkel Cell Carcinoma of Skin clinical trials are recruiting right now?
3, as of November 12, 2026. We update this list each time we refresh our data from ClinicalTrials.gov.
Where are these trials running?
In 3 countries. The most sites are in United States (1 trial), France (1 trial), Germany (1 trial). Each study page lists its sites and which ones are recruiting.
What phases are they in?
Phase 1: 2. Trials with no phase listed are usually device, behavioural or observational studies.
How do I join one?
Open a study, check the "Is this trial a fit for you?" section, then contact the study team listed on the page. They will ask a few screening questions. Asking is free and does not commit you to anything. Talk it over with your doctor first.
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