Clinical trial Recruiting at 79 sites Phase 2 Interventional Ages 18 to 68

Evaluating MZE829 for Kidney Disease Related to APOL1 Genotype

Official title: An Open-Label Phase 2 Study to Evaluate the Safety, Tolerability, and Effect on Albuminuria of MZE829 in Adults With Proteinuric Chronic Kidney Disease and the APOL1 High Risk Genotype

Run by Maze Therapeutics · NCT06830629 · Data updated 2026-11-12

This study is testing a new treatment called MZE829 to see if it can help adults with kidney disease related to a specific genetic marker and reduce protein in their urine.

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Quick facts

PhasePhase 2
Study typeInterventional
Ages18 Years to 68 Years
SexAll
Enrollment74 (estimated)
SponsorMaze Therapeutics
Industry-sponsored
Locations79 sites (Decatur, Alabama and 78 other locations)
StatusRecruiting
StartedFebruary 5, 2025
Main results expectedSeptember 2026
Study endsSeptember 2026
Registry record updatedJuly 27, 2026
Trial IDNCT06830629 on ClinicalTrials.gov

Is this trial a fit for you?

Likely a good fit

Ideal candidates include adults with the APOL1 high-risk genotype and chronic kidney disease characterized by persistent albuminuria.

Probably not a fit

Patients with organ transplants, recent cancer history, or certain other medical conditions may not benefit from this study.

A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.

What this trial studies

This Phase 2 study aims to assess the safety, tolerability, and impact of MZE829 on albuminuria in adults suffering from proteinuric chronic kidney disease associated with the APOL1 high-risk genotype. The study is open-label, meaning all participants will know they are receiving the treatment. It specifically targets individuals with chronic kidney disease who have persistent albuminuria and possess certain genetic markers. The trial will monitor participants for any adverse effects while measuring changes in kidney function.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this treatment could significantly reduce albuminuria and improve kidney function in patients with APOL1-mediated kidney disease.

How similar studies have gone: While this approach is novel, similar studies targeting genetic factors in kidney disease have shown promise in the past.

Who can join: the full rules

Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Key Inclusion Criteria:

* APOL1 high risk genotype of G1/G1, G2/G2, or G1/G2
* Chronic kidney disease with persistent albuminuria

Key Exclusion Criteria:

* Organ or bone marrow transplantation
* History of active cancer within past 2 years, except for treated non-melanoma skin cancer, stage 0 cervical cancer, or stage 1 prostate cancer
* Conditions that may alter drug absorption, e.g., history of bariatric surgery
* Type I diabetes
* Pregnant or currently nursing

Other inclusion/exclusion criteria defined in protocol apply.

Where it's running

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    Decatur, Alabama, United States
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    Huntsville, Alabama, United States
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    Montgomery, Alabama, United States
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    Montgomery, Alabama, United States
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    Bloomfield, Connecticut, United States
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    Washington D.C., District of Columbia, United States
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    Brandon, Florida, United States
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    Lutherville, Maryland, United States
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    Oxon Hill, Maryland, United States
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Study contacts

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How to take part

  1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
  2. Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
  3. Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.
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