Multiple trials underscore the potential of tislelizumab-containing immuno-oncology combinations in a variety of solid tumor settings
Additional highlights include preclinical characterization data for an investigational BTK degrader, BGB-16673, currently in clinical development for B-cell malignancies, including mantle cell lymphoma
BASEL, Switzerland & BEIJING & CAMBRIDGE, Mass.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–$BGNE #BeiGene–BeiGene, Ltd. (NASDAQ: BGNE; HKEX: 06160; SSE: 688235), a global oncology company, today announced the presentation of emerging oncology pipeline data at the American Association for Cancer Research (AACR) Annual Meeting April 5-10 in San Diego. BeiGene has nine abstracts scheduled for poster presentations at AACR.
“Our presentations at this year’s AACR showcase our ongoing development of tislelizumab combinations in solid tumors as we assess the clinical potential of multiple novel immuno-oncology candidates and make data-driven decisions for further development,” said Lai Wang, Ph.D., Global Head of Research & Development at BeiGene. “More broadly, they reflect our deep commitment to discovering innovative new medicines for cancer patients, including by pioneering novel mechanisms like targeted degradation.”
BeiGene will present results from the AdvanTIG-204 Phase 2 study of tislelizumab (anti-PD1) plus ociperlimab (anti-TIGIT) in first-line limited-stage small cell lung cancer (SCLC) as well as results of a biomarker study of the same doublet in the setting of first-line non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC). An ongoing, global Phase 3 trial of ociperlimab plus tislelizumab in stage IV, PD-L1 high NSCLC, AdvanTIG-302, will complete enrollment this month (NCT04746924). An additional clinical presentation includes the first data from a Phase 1a dose escalation study of BGB-10188, a phosphatidylinositol 3 kinase delta (PI3Kδ) inhibitor, plus tislelizumab in patients with solid tumors.
BeiGene will also be presenting preclinical characterizations of several novel molecules from its internal discovery engine, including a CEA x 4-1BB bispecific antibody and a chimeric degradation activation compound (CDAC) targeting BTK, BGB-16673. Clinical data from an ongoing Phase 1 study of BGB-16673 in relapsed/refractory B-cell malignancies were presented at ASH 2023, demonstrating clinical responses and a tolerable safety profile in heavily pre-treated patients with B-cell malignancies, including those with BTK inhibitor-resistant disease (NCT05006716).
An additional preclinical presentation highlights the therapeutic potential of the triple-combination of tislelizumab with anti-LAG-3 (LBL-007) and anti-TIM-3 (surzebiclimab); this combination is being evaluated in an ongoing Phase 2 study in head and neck squamous cell carcinoma (NCT05909904).
BeiGene Presentations During AACR 2024
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Abstract Title |
Abstract # |
Presentation Time (PDT) |
Lead Author |
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Preclinical |
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Characterization of the correlation between BTK degradation and tumor growth inhibition of the BTK target protein degraders using PK/PD modeling |
2110 |
Monday, April 8 9 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. Section 30 Board #1 |
Y. Wu |
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BGB-B167, a first-in-class 4-1BB/CEACAM5 bispecific antibody, exhibits potent in vitro and in vivo anti-tumor activity and superior safety profile in preclinical models |
2371 |
Monday, April 8 9 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. Section 38 Board #17 |
Z. Li |
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Translational assessment of triple combination with tislelizumab (anti-PD-1), LBL-007 (anti-LAG- 3) and surzebiclimab (anti-TIM-3) highlights its strong anti-tumor activity and clinical potential in solid tumors such as HNSCC |
4041 |
Tuesday, April 9 9 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. Section 3 Board #17 |
H. Zhu |
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Clinical |
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Exploration of potential biomarkers correlated with efficacy of ociperlimab (anti-TIGIT) plus tislelizumab (anti-PD1) in 1L PD-L1+ non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) |
CT053 |
Monday, April 8 9 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. Section 48 Board #3 |
S. Kim |
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A first in human, phase 1a, dose escalation study of BGB 10188, a phosphatidylinositol 3 kinase delta (PI3Kδ) inhibitor, + tislelizumab (anti-PD-1) in patients with solid tumors |
CT189 |
Tuesday, April 9 9 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. Section 48 Board #17 |
R. Cosman |
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AdvanTIG-204: A phase 2, multicenter, randomized, 3-arm, open-label study investigating the preliminary efficacy and safety of ociperlimab (anti-TIGIT) + tislelizumab (anti-PD-1) + concurrent chemoradiotherapy (cCRT) in patients with untreated limited-stage small cell lung cancer (SCLC) |
CT255 |
Tuesday, April 9 1:30 p.m. – 5 p.m. Section 48 Board #14 |
Y. Gong |
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BGB-A317-LBL-007-202 (NCT06010303): A phase 2, randomized, active-controlled, open- label study to evaluate the efficacy and safety of LBL 007 (anti-LAG-3) in combination with tislelizumab (TIS; anti-PD-1) plus chemotherapy (chemo) as first-line (1L) treatment in patients with unresectable locally advanced/metastatic esophageal squamous cell carcinoma (ESCC) |
CT274 |
Tuesday, April 9 1:30 p.m. – 5 p.m. Section 50 Board #4 |
S. Park |
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Liberty-201 (NCT05609370): Maintenance fluoropyrimidine and bevacizumab with or without anti-lymphocyte activation gene-3 (LAG-3) antibody LBL-007 plus anti-programmed cell death protein-1 (PD-1) antibody tislelizumab (TIS) for patients (pts) with metastatic or unresectable microsatellite stable (MSS)/mismatch repair proficient (pMMR)colorectal cancer (CRC) |
CT276 |
Tuesday, April 9 1:30 p.m. – 5 p.m. Section 50 Board #6 |
H.-J. Lenz |
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BGB-LC-201 (NCT05635708): A phase 2, open- label, multi-arm study of tislelizumab (TIS; anti- PD-1) in combination with investigational agents +/- chemotherapy as first-line treatment for patients with locally advanced, unresectable, or metastatic non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) |
CT277 |
Tuesday, April 9 1:30 p.m. – 5 p.m. Section 50 Board #7 |
G. Blumenschein |
About Tislelizumab
Tislelizumab is a uniquely designed humanized immunoglobulin G4 (IgG4) anti-programmed cell death protein 1 (PD‑1) monoclonal antibody with high affinity and binding specificity against PD‑1. It is designed to minimize binding to Fc-gamma (Fcγ) receptors on macrophages, helping to aid the body’s immune cells to detect and fight tumors.
About BeiGene
BeiGene is a global oncology company that is discovering and developing innovative treatments that are more affordable and accessible to cancer patients worldwide. With a broad portfolio, we are expediting development of our diverse pipeline of novel therapeutics through our internal capabilities and collaborations. We are committed to radically improving access to medicines for far more patients who need them. Our growing global team of more than 10,000 colleagues spans five continents, with administrative offices in Basel, Beijing, and Cambridge, U.S. To learn more about BeiGene, please visit www.beigene.com and follow us on LinkedIn and X (formerly known as Twitter).
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