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Biotechnology: Biological Products (No Diagnostic Substances)
PartnershipJun 23, 2026, 02:02 PM

Coherus Oncology, Zumutor Partner for Phase 1 ZM008/LOQTORZI Trial

AI Summary

Coherus Oncology, Inc. and Zumutor Biologics Inc. announced a clinical collaboration and supply agreement to conduct a Phase 1 trial. The study will evaluate ZM008, Zumutor's novel NK checkpoint antibody, in combination with Coherus' PD-1 inhibitor LOQTORZI (toripalimab-tpzi). This trial, identified as NCT06451497, aims to enroll up to 45 patients with various solid tumors, including colorectal, head and neck, non-small cell lung cancer, and urothelial cancers. Coherus will provide LOQTORZI, while Zumutor will sponsor the trial, with both companies retaining commercial rights to their respective compounds.

Key Highlights

  • Coherus Oncology and Zumutor Biologics formed a clinical collaboration and supply agreement.
  • Agreement for a Phase 1 trial of ZM008 (Zumutor) combined with LOQTORZI (Coherus).
  • Trial (NCT06451497) to evaluate combination in solid tumors like colorectal, head and neck, NSCLC.
  • Study will enroll up to 45 patients across dose-escalation and expansion cohorts in the U.S.
  • Coherus will supply LOQTORZI; Zumutor will sponsor the Phase 1 clinical trial.
  • Both companies retain all commercial rights to their respective compounds.