Context Therapeutics Presents Preclinical and Translational Data for CT-95, a Mesothelin Targeting T Cell Engager, at 2025 AACR Annual Meeting

Core Insights - Context Therapeutics Inc. announced preclinical and translational data for CT-95, a T cell engaging bispecific antibody targeting mesothelin, presented at the AACR Annual Meeting 2025 [2][3] - The company emphasizes the high unmet need for effective treatments in mesothelin-expressing cancers, including pancreatic, ovarian, and mesothelioma [3] - Initial clinical data from the ongoing Phase 1 trial of CT-95 is expected to be shared in mid-2026 [3] Preclinical Data - CT-95 has demonstrated a unique binding location on mesothelin, avoiding binding to shed mesothelin, which is a challenge in developing MSLN-targeted therapies [1][6] - Preclinical studies indicate that CT-95 can selectively bind to mesothelin-expressing cells and activate T cells without inducing broad cytokine release [4][9] - The drug has shown high activity and good tolerance across in vivo models [9] Clinical Development - The Phase 1 clinical trial for CT-95 is currently underway in the US, with the first patient recently dosed [3][6] - CT-95 is designed to redirect T-cell-mediated lysis toward malignant cells expressing mesothelin, which is overexpressed in approximately 30% of cancers [6] Company Overview - Context Therapeutics is focused on advancing T cell engaging bispecific antibodies for solid tumors, with a portfolio that includes CTIM-76 and CT-202 alongside CT-95 [7] - The company is headquartered in Philadelphia and is publicly traded on Nasdaq under the ticker CNTX [7]