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Updated May 2026 · ClinicalTrials.gov

RECRUITINGPhase 1 / Phase 2INTERVENTIONAL

PEEL-224, Vincristine and Temozolomide in Pediatric Solid Tumors

A Phase 1/2 Clinical Trial of the Novel Topoisomerase I Inhibitor PEEL-224 as a Single Agent and in Combination With Vincristine and Temozolomide in Children With Refractory, Progressive or Relapsed Solid Tumors

PEEL-224, Vincristine and Temozolomide in Pediatric Solid Tumors (NCT06721689) is a Phase 1 / Phase 2 interventional studying Refractory Solid Tumors and Relapsed Solid Tumors, sponsored by Theodore Laetsch. RECRUITING as of the most recent ClinicalTrials.gov update. Talk to your doctor before contacting the trial site.

Important: This information is not medical advice. Talk to your doctor about whether a clinical trial is right for you.

About This Trial

The phase 1 primary objective is to determine the pediatric recommended phase 2 dose (RP2D) of PEEL-224 as a single agent (phase 1A) and in combination with vincristine and temozolomide (phase 1B). The phase 2 primary objective is to estimate the objective response rate (ORR) in children with refractory, progressive and relapsed NBL and rhabdomyosarcoma (RMS) treated with the RP2D of PEEL-224 in combination with vincristine and temozolomide.

What Stage of Research Is This?

Phase 1 trials test a new treatment for the first time in humans, focusing on safety, dosing, and how the body processes the drug. For Refractory Solid Tumors, a Phase 1 study typically enrolls a small number of participants — often healthy volunteers or patients who have exhausted standard treatment options. Phase 1 results determine whether a treatment moves into larger Phase 2 efficacy studies.

This trial is currently recruiting participants. The sponsor has registered the study with ClinicalTrials.gov as actively enrolling, which means new applicants who meet the eligibility criteria can be considered for screening. Trial status can change between updates — confirm current recruiting status with the study contact before traveling for a screening visit.

Target enrollment of 59 participants puts this in the typical range for a Phase 2-style efficacy study or a moderate Phase 3 trial in a focused Refractory Solid Tumors subpopulation. At this scale, the study has enough statistical power to detect a clear treatment effect but is not the largest cohort in the field.

Who May Be Eligible (Plain English)

Who May Qualify: 1. Age: - Phase 1: Age greater than or equal to 1 year and less than or equal to18 years - Phase 2 Neuroblastoma (NBL) cohort: Age greater than or equal to 1 year and less than or equal to 30 years - Phase 2 Rhabdomyosarcoma (RMS) cohort: Age greater than or equal to 1 year and less than or equal to18 years 2. Diagnosis of: - Phase 1: Refractory, progressive or relapsed non-central nervous system (CNS) solid tumors who have received at least 1 line of upfront therapy. Patients must have had histologic verification of their malignancy at original diagnosis or relapse - Phase 2: Refractory, progressive or relapsed neuroblastoma (NBL) or rhabdomyosarcoma (RMS) who have received at least 1 line of upfront therapy. Patients must have had histologic verification of their malignancy at original diagnosis or relapse. 3. Disease status: - Phase 1: evaluable or measurable disease - Phase 2, subjects with Neuroblastoma (NBL): evaluable or measurable disease by International Neuroblastoma Response Criteria (INRC); subjects with only bone marrow disease are not eligible - Phase 2, subjects with rhabdomyosarcoma (RMS): measurable disease by Response Evaluation Criteria in Solid Tumors (RECIST)1.1. 4. Eastern Cooperative Oncology Group (ECOG) Performance Status of 0-2 (age greater than 16 years) or Lansky Performance Status of at least 60 (age less than 16 years). 5. Females of childbearing potential must have a negative urine/serum pregnancy test. 6. Adequate bone marrow function Hematologic requirements for all subjects on phase 1 and subjects on phase 2 without malignant infiltration of the bone marrow: - Absolute neutrophil count (ANC) greater than or equal to 750/mm3 (greater than or equal to 7 days since last dose of short acting myeloid growth factor medications (e.g. filgrastim) and greater than or equal to 14 days since last dose of long-acting myeloid medications (e.g. peg-filgrastim) ...See full criteria on ClinicalTrials.gov Always talk to your doctor about whether this trial is right for you.

These are translations of the protocol\'s inclusion and exclusion criteria, simplified for patients and caregivers. The original clinical text appears below. Eligibility is ultimately confirmed by the trial site\'s screening process — this summary is a starting point for a conversation with your doctor, not a final determination.

Original Eligibility Criteria

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Inclusion Criteria: 1. Age: * Phase 1: Age greater than or equal to 1 year and less than or equal to18 years * Phase 2 Neuroblastoma (NBL) cohort: Age greater than or equal to 1 year and less than or equal to 30 years * Phase 2 Rhabdomyosarcoma (RMS) cohort: Age greater than or equal to 1 year and less than or equal to18 years 2. Diagnosis of: * Phase 1: Refractory, progressive or relapsed non-central nervous system (CNS) solid tumors who have received at least 1 line of upfront therapy. Patients must have had histologic verification of their malignancy at original diagnosis or relapse * Phase 2: Refractory, progressive or relapsed neuroblastoma (NBL) or rhabdomyosarcoma (RMS) who have received at least 1 line of upfront therapy. Patients must have had histologic verification of their malignancy at original diagnosis or relapse. 3. Disease status: * Phase 1: evaluable or measurable disease * Phase 2, subjects with Neuroblastoma (NBL): evaluable or measurable disease by International Neuroblastoma Response Criteria (INRC); subjects with only bone marrow disease are not eligible * Phase 2, subjects with rhabdomyosarcoma (RMS): measurable disease by Response Evaluation Criteria in Solid Tumors (RECIST)1.1. 4. Eastern Cooperative Oncology Group (ECOG) Performance Status of 0-2 (age greater than 16 years) or Lansky Performance Status of at least 60 (age less than 16 years). 5. Females of childbearing potential must have a negative urine/serum pregnancy test. 6. Adequate bone marrow function Hematologic requirements for all subjects on phase 1 and subjects on phase 2 without malignant infiltration of the bone marrow: * Absolute neutrophil count (ANC) greater than or equal to 750/mm3 (greater than or equal to 7 days since last dose of short acting myeloid growth factor medications (e.g. filgrastim) and greater than or equal to 14 days since last dose of long-acting myeloid medications (e.g. peg-filgrastim) * Platelet count ≥ 75,000 mm3 (greater than or equal to 14 days since last dose of thrombopoietin receptor agonist such as romiplostim and without platelet transfusion within previous 7 days) * Not refractory to packed red blood cell transfusions Hematologic requirements for subjects on phase 2 with malignant infiltration of the bone marrow: * Absolute neutrophil count (ANC) greater than or equal to 500/mm3 (greater than or equal to 7 days since last dose of short acting myeloid growth factor medications (e.g. filgrastim) and greater than or equal to 14 days since last dose of long-acting myeloid medications (e.g. peg-filgrastim)) * Platelet count greater than or equal to 50,000/mm3 (greater than or equal to 14 days since last dose of thrombopoietin receptor agonist such as romiplostim and without platelet transfusion within previous 7 days) * Not refractory to packed red blood cell transfusions * Patients on phase 2 with malignant infiltration of the bone marrow will not be evaluable for hematologic toxicity. 7. Adequate renal function as evidenced by creatinine clearance as calculated by the Schwartz equation (see below), radioisotope glomerular filtration rate (GFR) greater than or equal to 70 mL/min/1.73 m2, or maximum serum creatinine as below: Age Maximum Serum Creatinine (mg/dL) Male Female 1 to less than 2 years 0.6 0.6 2 to less than 6 years 0.8 0.8 6 to less than 10 years 1 1 10 to less than 13 years 1.2 1.2 13 to less than 16 years 1.5 1.4 greater than 16 years 1.7 1.4 Threshold derived from the Schwartz formula for estimating glomerular filtration rate (GFR) (Schwartz et al., J.Peds, 106:522,1985) utilizing child length and stature data published by the CDC The Schwartz equation for subjects less than 18 years of age: eGFR (mL/min/1.73 m2) = 0.413 x \[height (cm)/serum creatinine (mg/dL)\] 8. Adequate liver function * Aspartate Aminotransferase (AST/SGOT): less than or equal to 3 times the upper limit of normal (ULN) or less than or equal to 5 the upper limit of normal if attributable to disease involvement. For the purpose of this study, the upper limit of normal (ULN) for Aspartate Aminotransferase (AST) is 50 U/L. * Alanine Aminotransferase (ALT/SGPT): less than or equal to 3 times the ULN or less than or equal to 5 the upper limit of normal if attributable to disease involvement. For the purpose of this study, the upper limit of normal (ULN) for Alanine Aminotransferase (ALT) is 45 U/L. * Total bilirubin: less than or equal to 1.5 times the upper limit of normal with the exception of patients with Gilbert's syndrome who must have bilirubin less than 3X institutional upper limit of normal (ULN). 9. Prior Therapy: Patients must have had resolution of acute toxic effects of prior therapy to grade less than or equal to 1 according to the National Cancer Institute (NCI) common terminology criteria for adverse events (CTCAE) v 5.0 except organ function as noted above, adverse events (AE) that are considered clinically non-significant (i.e. alopecia), or controlled on supportive care (i.e. nausea/vomiting, hypothyroidism). Patients must meet the following minimum washout periods prior to enrollment: * Myelosuppressive chemotherapy: At least 14 days after the last dose of myelosuppressive chemotherapy * Small molecule targeted therapy: At least 7 days following the last dose of a small molecule targeted agent. * Antibody therapy: At least 21 days following the last dose of antibody including anti-GD2 monoclonal antibody. * Cellular therapy: At least 42 days following completion of a cellular therapy agent (e.g. modified T cells, NK cells, dendritic cells) * Autologous hematopoietic stem cell transplant and stem cell boost: Subjects must be at least 60 days from day 0 of an autologous stem cell transplant or stem cell boost. * Myeloid growth factors: At least 7 days following short-acting myeloid growth factor (e.g. filgrastim) and at least 14 days following the last dose of long-acting myeloid growth factor (e.g. peg-filgrastim) * Thrombopoietin receptor agonists: At least 14 days following last dose of thrombopoietin receptor agonist such as romiplostim * Interleukins, interferons, and cytokines (other than hematopoietic growth factors): At least 21 days following the completion of interleukins, interferon, or cytokines, including IL-2 * Radiotherapy: * At least 14 days after limited field radiation therapy; * At least 90 days after total body irradiation, craniospinal radiotherapy; or radiation to greater than 50% of pelvis; * At least 42 days must have elapsed if other substantial BM radiation. * Radiopharmaceutical therapy (e.g. radiolabeled antibody, 131I- MIBG): At least 42 days after radiopharmaceutical therapy * Major Surgery: At least 2 weeks from prior major surgical procedure. Note: Biopsy, CNS shunt placement/revision, and central line placement/removal are not considered major. * Strong CYP1A2 and/or CYP3A4 inhibitors and/or inducers: At least 14 days following use of a strong CYP1A2 and/or CYP3A4 inhibitor and/or inducer. See Appendix 1 for examples. (Note that levofloxacin is permitted when clinically indicated) 10. Prior treatment with irinotecan and/or temozolomide is permitted. 11. Female patients of reproductive potential must agree to use a highly effective contraceptive method for the duration of study therapy and for at least six months after the final dose of PEEL-224. Males of reproductive potential with a female partner of child-bearing potential must use a highly effective for the duration of the study and for at least six months after the final dose of PEEL-224. 12. Subjects must agree to use sun protective measures while receiving treatment and for 4 weeks after the last dose of PEEL-224 13. Parental/guardian permission (informed consent) and if appropriate, child assent. Exclusion Criteria: 1. Prior treatment with PEEL-224. 2. Subjects receiving any other anti-cancer agents. 3. Subjects with primary central nervous system (CNS) solid tumors or central nervous system (CNS) metastatic disease. 4. Subjects with prior allogeneic stem cell or solid organ transplantation. 5. Pregnant or lactating females. 6. Subjects with a known history of human immunodeficiency virus (HIV), hepatitis B, and/or hepatitis C (testing not required as part of screening). 7. Subjects with symptomatic congestive heart failure.

Treatments Being Tested

DRUG

PEEL-224

PEEL-224 (PEG-\[SN22\]4) is a novel topoisomerase I inhibitor

DRUG

Vincristine

Vincristine is an inhibitor of microtubular formation which is approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and is commercially available.

DRUG

Temozolomide (TMZ)

Temozolomide is an alkylating agent which is approved by the FDA and is commercially available.

Locations (7)

Trial sites listed on ClinicalTrials.gov for this study. Site activation status can vary — confirm with the specific site before traveling for a screening visit.

Cedars-Sinai Medical Center
Los Angeles, California, United States
University of California, San Francisco
San Francisco, California, United States
Boston Children's Hospital
Boston, Massachusetts, United States
Dana-Farber Cancer Institute
Boston, Massachusetts, United States
Children's Hospital of Philadelphia
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States
Texas Children's Hospital
Houston, Texas, United States
University of Utah Hospital
Salt Lake City, Utah, United States

How to Talk to Your Doctor About This Trial

Bring the printable summary of this trial — including the NCT ID (NCT06721689), the sponsor (Theodore Laetsch), and the key eligibility criteria — to your next appointment. Your doctor can review the inclusion and exclusion criteria against your medical history, lab values, and current treatments to assess whether you are likely to qualify. They can also help you weigh whether trial participation makes sense alongside your existing care plan.

Useful questions to walk through together: What does the trial protocol require beyond standard care? How long is the active treatment phase, and how long is follow-up? Are there study visits at sites I can reach? Who pays for the trial-specific procedures, and who pays for standard-of-care portions? See our 25 questions to ask about clinical trials guide for a more complete checklist.

Authoritative Sources

The official record for this trial lives on ClinicalTrials.gov — the federal registry maintained by the National Library of Medicine at NIH. For background on how this trial fits into the FDA approval pathway, see the FDA drug approval process. For oncology-specific guidance for patients considering trials, the National Cancer Institute publishes patient-oriented overviews. International trial registries are aggregated by the WHO ICTRP.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the NCT06721689 clinical trial studying?

The phase 1 primary objective is to determine the pediatric recommended phase 2 dose (RP2D) of PEEL-224 as a single agent (phase 1A) and in combination with vincristine and temozolomide (phase 1B). The phase 2 primary objective is to estimate the objective response rate (ORR) in children with refractory, progressive and relapsed NBL and rhabdomyosarcoma (RMS) treated with the RP2D of PEEL-224 in combination with vincristine and temozolomide. The full protocol is registered on ClinicalTrials.gov and includes the primary outcome measures, eligibility criteria, and study endpoints.

Who can participate in NCT06721689?

Eligibility for this trial depends on the specific inclusion and exclusion criteria set by the sponsor. The plain-English summary above translates the most important criteria into accessible language; the official clinical text is preserved in the collapsible section underneath. Whether you fit any specific trial is a medical decision your doctor needs to confirm — bring the trial information to your treating physician for a full review against your medical history.

How do I contact the trial site for NCT06721689?

Contact information registered with ClinicalTrials.gov is shown in the sidebar of this page. Before reaching out, confirm with your treating physician that this trial is appropriate for your situation. The trial site will then walk you through the screening process to determine final eligibility.

Is participating in a clinical trial safe?

Clinical trials in the United States are regulated by the FDA and overseen by Institutional Review Boards (IRBs) that review the protocol for safety. Risk varies by trial — Phase 1 studies test new treatments in humans for the first time, while Phase 3 trials use treatments that have already passed earlier safety screening. The informed consent document for any specific trial details the known risks and what to expect. Discuss those risks with your physician before deciding whether to participate.

Where can I verify the data on this page?

Every detail on this page comes directly from the ClinicalTrials.gov API. Click "View on ClinicalTrials.gov" in the sidebar to see the official, unmodified record. The federal record is always authoritative; this page is a structured presentation with a plain-English eligibility translation. For background on how clinical trials are regulated, see the FDA drug approval process documentation.

How This Page Is Built

Every field on this page is pulled directly from the ClinicalTrials.gov API v2 — no estimates, no proxies. The plain-English eligibility translation is generated from the original protocol text and reviewed for fidelity to the underlying clinical criteria. The original clinical text remains visible in the collapsible section above so users and clinicians can verify the translation. Read the full methodology for the data pipeline and known limitations.

Source: ClinicalTrials.gov API v2 record for NCT06721689. Maintained by the National Library of Medicine at NIH. Public domain. Cite as: "TrialFinderData. NCT06721689. Data: ClinicalTrials.gov."

Medical disclaimer: This page is informational, not medical advice. Talk to your doctor about whether a clinical trial is right for you.

Last updated 2026-05-08 · Data from ClinicalTrials.gov.