Clinical trial Recruiting at 1 site Observational

Examining miRNA Signatures in Glioma for Clinical Use

Official title: Deciphering the Functional Role of a Three-miRNA Signature in Glioma: From Molecular Mechanisms to Potential Clinical Application

Run by Regina Elena Cancer Institute · NCT06883214 · Data updated 2026-11-12

This study is testing how certain tiny molecules in the body affect glioma tumors and their response to treatments like radiation and a common chemotherapy drug, to help improve care for glioma patients.

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Quick facts

Study typeObservational
SexAll
Enrollment10 (estimated)
SponsorRegina Elena Cancer Institute
Academic / other
Locations1 site (Rome, Rome)
StatusRecruiting
StartedJanuary 17, 2023
Main results expectedJanuary 17, 2027
Study endsJanuary 17, 2027
Registry record updatedJune 5, 2026
Trial IDNCT06883214 on ClinicalTrials.gov

Is this trial a fit for you?

Likely a good fit

Ideal candidates include patients with a histological diagnosis of glioma who have available surgical tissue and no other primary tumors.

Probably not a fit

Patients with non-glial tumors or those with metastatic disease will 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 study investigates the impact of three specific miRNAs on glioma biology, focusing on their roles in cell viability, proliferation, migration, and invasion. Researchers will utilize gain/loss of function strategies with primary glioma cells from patients with different IDH statuses. The study aims to understand how these miRNAs affect treatment responses, particularly to radiotherapy and temozolomide, in glioma patients. The research will be based on well-characterized glioma cell lines and surgical tissue samples.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this study could lead to improved treatment strategies for glioma patients, enhancing their response to existing therapies.

How similar studies have gone: Other studies have shown promise in utilizing miRNA signatures for treatment response in various tumors, suggesting potential for success in this approach.

Who can join: the full rules

Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria:

* histological diagnosis of glioma;
* no concomitant primary tumor;
* no metastatic disease;
* availability of surgical material/tissue;
* written informed consent.

Exclusion Criteria:

* histological diagnosis of non-glial tumor;
* patients with concomitant other solid tumors;
* metastatic disease;
* no surgical material/tissue available;
* HIV seropositivity.

Where it's running

  • "Regina Elena" National Cancer Institute
    Rome, Rome, Italy
    Recruiting

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.
Last reviewed 2026-11-14 by the Find a Trial editorial team. Information on this page is for educational purposes and is not medical advice. Always consult qualified healthcare professionals about clinical trial participation.