NuCana Presents Encouraging Data on NUC-7738 in Combination with PD-1 Inhibitors using Primary Patient-Derived Organoids and Autologous Tumor-Infiltrating Lymphocytes at the ESMO Congress 2025

Core Insights - NuCana plc presented data at the European Society for Medical Oncology Congress 2025, demonstrating the synergistic effects of NUC-7738 in combination with PD-1 inhibitors in renal cell carcinoma [1][2] - The data reinforces the mechanism of action of NUC-7738, showing a favorable safety profile and significant tumor volume reduction in patients resistant to PD-1 inhibitors [3] Company Overview - NuCana is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company focused on improving cancer treatment outcomes through its ProTide technology, which transforms nucleoside analogs into more effective and safer medicines [5][6] - The company's pipeline includes NUC-7738, which disrupts RNA polyadenylation and targets multiple aspects of the tumor microenvironment, and NUC-3373, derived from 5-fluorouracil [6] Clinical Study Updates - The ongoing Phase 1/2 NuTide:701 clinical study is evaluating NUC-7738 as a monotherapy and in combination with pembrolizumab for melanoma patients, with an expansion to recruit an additional 28 patients approved by regulators [4][6] - Initial data from the NuTide:701 study indicates that NUC-7738 may sensitize various cancers to PD-1 inhibitor therapy, enhancing treatment options for patients [4][6]