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gavo-cel

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Mesothelioma | Cell therapy | Oncology |Adaptimmune Therapeutics PLC Sponsored ADR|Trials Updated: Aug 27, 2025

gavo-cel development status

Highest phase Phase 1
Registered trials 1 across 1 sponsor since Apr 2001

gavo-cel target and mechanism

Molecular targetmesothelin
Target class-Cel (Cell Tx)
ModalityCell therapy

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Trial Design

RandomizedCONTROLLED
Total Trials1
Total Enrollment57

FDA Designations

No designations recorded

gavo-cel clinical trials

gavo-cel · 1 trial · 11 indications

Phase 1 1
NCT03907852Phase 1/2 Trial of Gavo-cel (TC-210) in Patients With Advanced Mesothelin-Expressing CancerMesothelioma
ACTIVE NOT_RECRUITING57 Analytics
PHASE1ACTIVE NOT_RECRUITING
Phase 1/2 Trial of Gavo-cel (TC-210) in Patients With Advanced Mesothelin-Expressing Cancer
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Study Endpoints

Primary Endpoints

Phase 1- Primary Objective
DLTs within 28 days post-treatment

Establish the recommended Phase 2 dose (RP2D) according to dose-limiting toxicity (DLT) of defined adverse events.

Phase 2- Primary Objective
ORR at 3 months; DCR based on ORR + SD lasting at least 8 weeks

To evaluate the efficacy of autologous genetically modified T cells (gavo-cel), with or without immuno-oncology agents, in patients with MSLN-expressing unresectable, metastatic, or recurrent cancers as determined by overall response rate and disease control rate using RECIST v1.1 (or mesothelioma-specific RECIST criteria, if applicable).

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Study Design & Arms

AllocationRANDOMIZED
MaskingNONE
ModelPARALLEL
PurposeTREATMENT

Treatment Arms

ArmTypeDescription
Lymphodepletion followed by gavo-celEXPERIMENTALfludarabine 30 mg/m2/d on days -7 through -4 and cyclophosphamide 600 mg/m2/d on days -6 through -4 followed by gavo-cel
Lymphodepletion followed by gavo-cel plus nivolumabEXPERIMENTALfludarabine 30 mg/m2/d on days -7 through -4 and cyclophosphamide 600 mg/m2/d on days -6 through -4 followed by gavo-cel with nivolumab 360mg every 3 weeks starting on Day 21 post gavo-cel
Lymphodepletion followed by gavo-cel plus nivolumab and ipilimumabEXPERIMENTALfludarabine 30 mg/m2/d on days -7 through -4 and cyclophosphamide 600 mg/m2/d on days -6 through -4 followed by gavo-cel with nivolumab 360mg every 3 weeks starting on Day 21 post gavo-cel and ipilimumab 1mg/kg every 6 weeks starting on Day 42 post gavo-cel

Interventions

NameTypeDescription
gavo-celBIOLOGICALgavo-cel
fludarabineDRUGlymphodepletion chemotherapy
cyclophosphamideDRUGlymphodepletion chemotherapy
NivolumabDRUGimmuno-oncology agent
IpilimumabDRUGimmuno-oncology agent
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Eligibility Criteria

Age Range18 Years to N/A
SexALL
Healthy VolunteersNo
Study Sites11

Inclusion Criteria: * Patient is at least 18 years of age at the time the Informed Consent is signed. * Patient has a pathologically confirmed diagnosis of either Malignant Pleural/Peritoneal Mesothelioma (MPM), Serous Ovarian Adenocarcinoma, Cholangiocarcinoma, or Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer (NSCLC...

Countries:United StatesCanada
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Frequently asked questions about gavo-cel

What is gavo-cel?

Gavo-cel is an investigational cell therapy being developed for mesothelioma, a cancer that affects the lining of the lungs, abdomen, and other organs. It is in Phase 1 clinical development and has not been approved by the FDA. Gavo-cel is being studied in patients with advanced mesothelin-expressing cancer.

What is gavo-cel used for in mesothelioma?

Gavo-cel is being studied as a treatment for mesothelioma, including pleural and peritoneal forms, in patients whose tumors express mesothelin. It is investigational and has not been approved for any indication. The Phase 1/2 trial also enrolls patients with cholangiocarcinoma, ovarian cancer, and non-small cell lung cancer.

What does gavo-cel target?

Gavo-cel targets mesothelin, a protein expressed on the surface of mesothelioma cells and several other solid tumors. It is a cell therapy, meaning the therapeutic activity comes from engineered cells rather than a conventional small molecule or antibody. Targeting mesothelin allows the therapy to recognize and act on mesothelin-expressing cancer cells.

Who is developing gavo-cel?

Gavo-cel is being developed by Adaptimmune Therapeutics PLC, which trades on the Nasdaq under the ticker ADAP. The company is running the clinical program for the therapy in advanced mesothelin-expressing cancers, including mesothelioma.

What phase is gavo-cel in?

Gavo-cel is in Phase 1 clinical development. It is investigational and has not received FDA approval. The ongoing study is a Phase 1/2 trial, and no completed trials of gavo-cel have been reported.

What clinical trials is gavo-cel in?

Gavo-cel is being evaluated in the Phase 1/2 trial NCT03907852, titled a trial of gavo-cel (TC-210) in patients with advanced mesothelin-expressing cancer. The study is active but not recruiting, has enrolled 57 patients, and is being conducted in the United States and Canada in adults aged 18 and older.

Is gavo-cel the same as TC-210?

Yes, gavo-cel is also known as TC-210. Both names refer to the same investigational mesothelin-targeted cell therapy developed by Adaptimmune Therapeutics. The Phase 1/2 trial NCT03907852 lists the therapy under both designations, so searches for either name point to the same asset.