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BMS-986353

Phase 3

Systemic Sclerosis | Small molecule | Immunology |Bristol-Myers Squibb Company|Last Updated: Aug 3, 2026

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Trial Design

RandomizedCONTROLLEDDMC
Total Trials1
Total Enrollment92

FDA Designations

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Clinical trial landscape

BMS-986353 · 2 trials · 3 indications

Phase 3 1Phase 2 1
NCT07335562A Study to Compare the Efficacy and Safety of BMS-986353 (Zolacabtagene- Autoleucel / Zola-cel), CD19-CAR T Cells, Versus Standard of Care in Participants With Active Systemic SclerosisSystemic Sclerosis
NOT YET_RECRUITING92 Analytics
PHASE3NOT YET_RECRUITING
A Study to Compare the Efficacy and Safety of BMS-986353 (Zolacabtagene- Autoleucel / Zola-cel), CD19-CAR T Cells, Versus Standard of Care in Participants With Active Systemic Sclerosis
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Study Endpoints

Primary Endpoints

The absolute change from baseline in Forced Vital Capacity (FVC) in mL
At 12 months
Cohort 1 Part A: Number of participants with treatment-emergent adverse events (TEAEs)
Up to approximately Month 36
Cohort 1 Part A: Number of participants with serious AEs (SAEs)
Up to approximately Month 36
Cohort 1 Part A: Number of participants with AEs of special interest (AESI)
Up to approximately Month 36
Cohort 1 Part A: Number of participants with clinically significant laboratory abnormalities
Up to approximately Month 36
Cohort 1 Part B: Hematologic Complete Response (CR)
Up to approximately Month 6

Secondary Endpoints

The absolute change from baseline in Modified Rodnan Skin Score (mRSS)
At month 12
The absolute change from baseline in Quantitative Interstitial Lung Disease-Whole Lung (QILD-WL) score
Up to month 36
Time to progression, defined as the time from randomization to progressive disease
Approximately 54 months
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Study Design & Arms

AllocationRANDOMIZED
MaskingNONE
ModelPARALLEL
PurposeTREATMENT

Treatment Arms

ArmTypeDescription
Arm A: BMS-986353EXPERIMENTAL -
Arm B: Standard of CareEXPERIMENTAL -
Cohort 1 Part A ITPEXPERIMENTAL -
Cohort 1 Part A AIHAEXPERIMENTAL -
Cohort 1 Part BEXPERIMENTAL -
Cohort 2EXPERIMENTAL -

Interventions

NameTypeDescription
BMS-986353DRUGSpecified dose on specified days
FludarabineDRUGSpecified dose on specified days
CyclophosphamideDRUGSpecified dose on specified days
TocilizumabDRUGSpecified dose on specified days
RituximabDRUGSpecified dose on specified days
NintedanibDRUGSpecified dose on specified days
Fludarabine PhosphateDRUGSpecified dose of specified days
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Eligibility Criteria

Age Range16 Years to N/A
SexALL
Healthy VolunteersNo
Study Sites56

Inclusion Criteria \- Participants must fulfill the 2013 American College of Rheumatology (ACR) / European League Against Rheumatism (EULAR) classification criteria for Systemic Sclerosis (SSc), and additionally have the following:. i) Positive Antinuclear Antibodies (ANA) with nucleolar pattern a...

Countries:United StatesBelgiumCanadaFranceGermanyItalyJapanSpainSwitzerlandUnited KingdomDenmark
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Recent Changes (Last 90 Days)

LOWAug 3, 2026NCT07335562Status: RECRUITING → NOT_YET_RECRUITING
LOWAug 3, 2026NCT07335562Status: RECRUITING → NOT_YET_RECRUITING
LOWJun 16, 2026NCT07335562startDate: changed
LOWJun 16, 2026NCT07335562startDate: changed
LOWJun 16, 2026NCT07335562startDate: changed
LOWJun 16, 2026NCT07335562startDate: changed

Frequently asked questions about BMS-986353

What is BMS-986353 used for?

BMS-986353, also known as Zolacabtagene-Autoleucel or Zola-cel, is an investigational CD19-CAR T cell therapy being studied for chronic immune thrombocytopenia and systemic sclerosis. It is a monoclonal antibody-based cell therapy in Phase 2 development for these autoimmune conditions.

What does BMS-986353 target?

BMS-986353 targets CD19, a protein found on B cells. As a CD19-CAR T cell therapy, it is designed to recognize and eliminate CD19-expressing cells, which are implicated in autoimmune diseases like systemic sclerosis and chronic immune thrombocytopenia.

Who makes BMS-986353?

BMS-986353 is being developed by Bristol-Myers Squibb Company, traded on the New York Stock Exchange under the ticker BMY. The company is conducting clinical trials to evaluate the therapy's safety and efficacy in autoimmune conditions.

What phase is BMS-986353 in?

BMS-986353 is in Phase 2 clinical development. It is an investigational therapy, not yet approved by regulatory authorities. Two trials are planned: a Phase 3 study in systemic sclerosis and a Phase 2 study in autoimmune cytopenia, both not yet recruiting.

What clinical trials is BMS-986353 in?

BMS-986353 is involved in two planned trials. NCT07335562 is a Phase 3 study comparing it to standard of care in active systemic sclerosis with 92 participants. NCT07603557 is a Phase 2 study in autoimmune cytopenia, including chronic immune thrombocytopenia, with 52 participants.

Is BMS-986353 the same as Zola-cel?

Yes, BMS-986353 is also known as Zolacabtagene-Autoleucel, or Zola-cel for short. These names refer to the same investigational CD19-CAR T cell therapy being developed by Bristol-Myers Squibb for autoimmune diseases.