The Caris Biorepository Research Protocol

Date Added
March 31st, 2026
PRO Number
Pro00149599
Researcher
Gerard Silvestri

List of Studies


Keywords
Cancer
Summary

The Caris Biorepository is collecting quality biospecimens, which can be any material that comes from human tissue, to bank for the purposes of future research studies related to advancing precision medicine and improving patient care. Select biospecimens may be collected from consenting individuals who have, or do not have cancer, are being screened for, or have an increased risk for a certain type of cancer. Samples may be used for research on: cells that make up your body (DNA and RNA) and how those cells and other cells work in healthy people and people with illness; how biomarkers might be able to predict the best treatments for a particular tumor type or blood finding; biomarker testing to discover and refine new technology; or, new discoveries and new biomarkers that can predict disease.

Institution
MUSC
Recruitment Contact
Michael Balassone
843-792-6696
balassom@musc.edu

The Caris Biorepository Research Protocol

Date Added
March 31st, 2026
PRO Number
Pro00149599
Researcher
Gerard Silvestri

List of Studies


Keywords
Cancer
Summary

The Caris Biorepository is collecting quality biospecimens, which can be any material that comes from human tissue, to bank for the purposes of future research studies related to advancing precision medicine and improving patient care. Select biospecimens may be collected from consenting individuals who have, or do not have cancer, are being screened for, or have an increased risk for a certain type of cancer. Samples may be used for research on: cells that make up your body (DNA and RNA) and how those cells and other cells work in healthy people and people with illness; how biomarkers might be able to predict the best treatments for a particular tumor type or blood finding; biomarker testing to discover and refine new technology; or, new discoveries and new biomarkers that can predict disease.

Institution
MUSC Health Florence Medical Center
Recruitment Contact
Michael Balassone
843-792-6696
balassom@musc.edu

The Caris Biorepository Research Protocol

Date Added
March 31st, 2026
PRO Number
Pro00149599
Researcher
Gerard Silvestri

List of Studies


Keywords
Cancer
Summary

The Caris Biorepository is collecting quality biospecimens, which can be any material that comes from human tissue, to bank for the purposes of future research studies related to advancing precision medicine and improving patient care. Select biospecimens may be collected from consenting individuals who have, or do not have cancer, are being screened for, or have an increased risk for a certain type of cancer. Samples may be used for research on: cells that make up your body (DNA and RNA) and how those cells and other cells work in healthy people and people with illness; how biomarkers might be able to predict the best treatments for a particular tumor type or blood finding; biomarker testing to discover and refine new technology; or, new discoveries and new biomarkers that can predict disease.

Institution
MUSC Health Lancaster Medical Center
Recruitment Contact
Michael Balassone
843-792-6696
balassom@musc.edu

The Caris Biorepository Research Protocol

Date Added
March 31st, 2026
PRO Number
Pro00149599
Researcher
Gerard Silvestri

List of Studies


Keywords
Cancer
Summary

The Caris Biorepository is collecting quality biospecimens, which can be any material that comes from human tissue, to bank for the purposes of future research studies related to advancing precision medicine and improving patient care. Select biospecimens may be collected from consenting individuals who have, or do not have cancer, are being screened for, or have an increased risk for a certain type of cancer. Samples may be used for research on: cells that make up your body (DNA and RNA) and how those cells and other cells work in healthy people and people with illness; how biomarkers might be able to predict the best treatments for a particular tumor type or blood finding; biomarker testing to discover and refine new technology; or, new discoveries and new biomarkers that can predict disease.

Institution
MUSC Health Kershaw Medical Center
Recruitment Contact
Michael Balassone
843-792-6696
balassom@musc.edu

The Caris Biorepository Research Protocol

Date Added
March 31st, 2026
PRO Number
Pro00149599
Researcher
Gerard Silvestri

List of Studies


Keywords
Cancer
Summary

The Caris Biorepository is collecting quality biospecimens, which can be any material that comes from human tissue, to bank for the purposes of future research studies related to advancing precision medicine and improving patient care. Select biospecimens may be collected from consenting individuals who have, or do not have cancer, are being screened for, or have an increased risk for a certain type of cancer. Samples may be used for research on: cells that make up your body (DNA and RNA) and how those cells and other cells work in healthy people and people with illness; how biomarkers might be able to predict the best treatments for a particular tumor type or blood finding; biomarker testing to discover and refine new technology; or, new discoveries and new biomarkers that can predict disease.

Institution
MUSC Health Columbia Medical Center
Recruitment Contact
Michael Balassone
843-792-6696
balassom@musc.edu

A Phase 3, Randomized, Multicenter, Double-Blind, Placebo-Controlled Trial to Evaluate the Efficacy, Safety, Tolerability, and Pharmacokinetics of Zasocitinib in Pediatric Participants Aged 4 to Less Than 18 Years With Moderate-to-Severe Plaque Psoriasis

Date Added
April 9th, 2026
PRO Number
Pro00149264
Researcher
Lara Wine Lee

List of Studies


Keywords
Skin
Summary

Zasocitinib (TAK-279) is an oral TYK2 inhibitor being studied as a potential treatment for moderate-to-severe plaque psoriasis in children and adolescents, a group with limited safe and effective oral options. TYK2 plays a crucial role in immune pathways involved in psoriasis, especially through IL-23's activation of Th17 cells and production of proinflammatory cytokines. Current treatments include injectable biologics and the oral agent apremilast, but few oral therapies match the efficacy of biologics. In phase 2b trials, zasocitinib showed promising results, with over two-thirds of adult participants achieving PASI-75 at certain doses by week 12 and no major safety concerns. Ongoing phase 3 trials are evaluating zasocitinib as a potential new oral treatment for pediatric plaque psoriasis.

Institution
MUSC
Recruitment Contact
Chadrick Schwipper
843-876-3209
schwippe@musc.edu

A Phase 3 Randomized Study Comparing Teclistamab in Combination with Daratumumab SC and Lenalidomide (Tec-DR) and Talquetamab in Combination with Daratumumab SC and Lenalidomide (Tal-DR) versus Daratumumab SC, Lenalidomide, and Dexamethasone (DRd) in Participants with Newly Diagnosed Multiple Myeloma Who are Either Ineligible or not Intended for Autologous Stem Cell Transplant as Initial Therapy

Date Added
April 9th, 2026
PRO Number
Pro00149086
Researcher
Anthony Dominick

List of Studies

Keywords
Cancer
Summary

This is a Phase 3 randomized study to compare two new drug combinations of teclistamab with daratumumab and lenalidomide and talquetamab with daratumumab and lenalidomide versus standard of care in participants with newly diagnosed multiple myeloma who are either ineligible or not intended for autologous stem cell transplant as initial therapy. The study is expected to continue for approximately 9 years.The Medical University plans to enroll 12 participants. The duration of participation will depend on the response of the study treatment. Subjects will receive treatment weekly or every 2 weeks. Medical history and physical examination, including lab tests like blood work and imaging, as well as questionnaires will be completed. Known risks include Cytokine Release Syndrome (CRS) as a complication that can happen due to the activation of immune cells.

Institution
MUSC
Recruitment Contact
Thomas Hortman
8437929300
hortman@musc.edu

The Impact of Toxic Exposures on Vascular Autoantibodies in Lupus Associated Cardiovascular Disease

Date Added
April 10th, 2026
PRO Number
Pro00147299
Researcher
Helen Butler

List of Studies

Keywords
Cardiovascular, Lupus
Summary

The purpose of this study is to understand how exposure to harmful substances during military service may affect the health of Veterans with or without lupus. Lupus is an autoimmune disease that can increase the risk of cardiovascular problems.

We believe that Veterans who were exposed to toxic substances during their military service may develop more harmful antibodies that attack the lining of their blood vessels. These antibodies may contribute to poorer blood vessel and heart health, and could contribute to the development of lupus.

This study aims to improve our understanding of how toxic military exposures may increase the risk of blood vessel complications in Veterans with and without lupus. Ultimately, this research may help identify new ways to better prevent, monitor, or treat cardiovascular disease in this population.

Research procedures for this study will include:

1. The study team will check subject medical records to gather information about medical history and medications being taking. The study team may continue to follow updates in the medical record.
2. Subjects will be given a survey to assess military and occupational toxic inhalant exposures.
3. Subjects will have a brief physical examination during which vitals will be recorded (height, weight, heart rate, respiration, temperature). Women of childbearing ages will be asked for the date of their last menstrual cycle within the past 2 months.
4. Subjects will have blood pressure taken three times three minutes apart.
5. Subjects will then provide a urine sample. Urine collection will occur in a private restroom using a sterile container provided by the study team. For women of childbearing ages, a pregnancy dipstick test will be undertaken on urine to confirm subjects are not pregnant.
6. Subjects will undergo a blood draw where approximately 4 teaspoons of blood will be drawn.

Institution
MUSC
Recruitment Contact
Helen Butler
7046540686
butlehel@musc.edu

PHASE III, RANDOMIZED, DOUBLE-BLIND, PLACEBOCONTROLLED, MULTICENTER STUDY TO EVALUATE THE EFFICACY AND SAFETY OF INTRAVENOUS PRASINEZUMAB IN PARTICIPANTS WITH EARLY-STAGE PARKINSON'S DISEASE

Date Added
April 14th, 2026
PRO Number
Pro00149436
Researcher
Federico Rodriguez-Porcel

List of Studies


Keywords
Parkinsons
Summary

This research study is being done to see the effectiveness and safety of a new drug called prasinezumab as a possible treatment for Parkinson's Disease. It has not been approved by the Food and Drug Administration. Eligible participants will be randomly assigned to received either prasinezumab or placebo (an inactive substance) The drug or placebo is given as an intravenous infusion every 4 weeks. Participation in the study is expected to last approximately 3 years. There is a Screening period that will last up to six weeks and a study treatment period that can last 104 weeks. There are two options at the end of the study, 1. Safety follow-up 70 days after last dose or Option 2: Two years of Open label prasinezumab and safety follow-up 70 days after last dose. The Screening, Randomization and Treatment period, Year 1 is 19 visits and treatment period Year 2 is 17 visits. Each visit will last to 4 to 6 hours. The OLE Year 1 is 16 visits and OLE Year 2 is 15 visits, and each visit will last 4 to 6 hours.

Institution
MUSC
Recruitment Contact
Robin Bulgarino
8437921115
bulgarino@musc.edu

Case-Control Study of a Novel Test for the Early Detection of Hepatocellular Carcinoma in at-risk Patients with Cirrhosis

Date Added
May 1st, 2026
PRO Number
Pro00149583
Researcher
Don Rockey

List of Studies


Keywords
Cancer, Liver
Summary

This study will enroll patients that were either diagnosed with hepatocellular cancer (HCC) in the past 6 weeks or have been diagnosed with cirrhosis but do not have HCC. Patients will have a blood sample collected to test if a new blood-based biomarker is accurate in the early detectection of HCC.

Institution
MUSC
Recruitment Contact
Bridgette Blankenship
(843)-876-8439
blanke@musc.edu



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