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ArticleNeurology. Genetics2025

The Spastic Paraplegia-Centers of Excellence Research Network (SP-CERN): Clinical Trial Readiness for Hereditary Spastic Paraplegia.

Luca Schierbaum, Vicente Quiroz, Kathryn Yang, Joshua Rong, Nicole Battaglia, Umar Zubair, Michelle Christie, Marie Davis, Daniel Calame, Matt C Danzi and 14 more

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Article in Neurology. Genetics, 2025. The graph could read no effect estimate from its abstract, so it casts no vote on the map. It is linked to trial NCT06948019 (Safety and Efficacy of AAV9/AP4B1 For Patients With AP4B1-related Hereditary Spastic Paraplegia Type 47), which is not on this map. Cited by 3 papers.

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1 · What the graph read from it

What it found

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2 · The registry

The trial behind it

Trials whose registry record cites this paper, or whose number appears in the abstract. A trial that started after this paper was published is citing it as background, not reporting it.

NCT06948019 phase1 / phase2not yet recruitingnot on this map

Safety and Efficacy of AAV9/AP4B1 For Patients With AP4B1-related Hereditary Spastic Paraplegia Type 47 (SPG47): A Phase 1/2 Single-Center, Open-Label Study of Stereotactic Intra-cisterna Magna Administration

TypeinterventionalSponsorBlackfinBio LtdRan2025 to 2032Enrolled5ConditionsHSP, Hereditary Spastic Paraplegia, Hereditary Spastic Paraparesis, Hereditary Spastic Paraplegia Type 50ArmsBFB-101 (AAV9-CBh-AP4B1)
3 · Its place in the literature

Who cites it

3 citing papers in PubMed.

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4 · The record

Corrections and comments

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5 · Who and what money

Authors and funding

24 authors.

Luca SchierbaumMovement Disorders Program, Department of Neurology, Boston Children's Hospital.ORCID https://orcid.org/0009-0002-4884-9647
Vicente QuirozMovement Disorders Program, Department of Neurology, Boston Children's Hospital.
Kathryn YangMovement Disorders Program, Department of Neurology, Boston Children's Hospital.
Joshua RongMovement Disorders Program, Department of Neurology, Boston Children's Hospital.ORCID https://orcid.org/0009-0001-5277-5794
Nicole BattagliaMovement Disorders Program, Department of Neurology, Boston Children's Hospital.ORCID https://orcid.org/0009-0008-9751-4580
Umar ZubairMovement Disorders Program, Department of Neurology, Boston Children's Hospital.ORCID https://orcid.org/0009-0005-7081-4004
Michelle ChristieDivision of Neurology and Rehabilitation Medicine, Scottish Rite Hospital for Children.ORCID https://orcid.org/0000-0002-1329-8008
Marie DavisDepartment of Neurology, University of Washington.ORCID https://orcid.org/0000-0003-2502-6293
Daniel CalameSection of Pediatric Neurology and Developmental Neuroscience, Department of Pediatrics, Baylor College of Medicine.ORCID https://orcid.org/0000-0001-6860-372X
Matt C DanziDr. John T. Macdonald Foundation Department of Human Genetics and John P. Hussman Institute for Human Genomics, University of Miami Miller School of Medicine.ORCID https://orcid.org/0000-0003-1568-5965
Richard S FinkelCenter for Experimental Neurotherapeutics, Department of Pediatric Medicine, St. Jude Children's Research Hospital.ORCID https://orcid.org/0000-0002-9351-7054
Joshua BurnsDisability Prevention Program, Department of Epidemiology and Cancer Control, St. Jude Children's Research Hospital.ORCID https://orcid.org/0000-0001-7936-623X
Donald L GilbertDivision of Neurology, Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center.ORCID https://orcid.org/0000-0002-9245-6878
Dararat MingbunjerdsukDivision of Pediatric Neurology, Department of Neurology, Seattle Children's Hospital, University of Washington.ORCID https://orcid.org/0000-0002-6107-2863
Greg PruittSpastic Paraplegia Foundation.
Norma PruittSpastic Paraplegia Foundation.
John CobbSpastic Paraplegia Foundation.
Reza SadjadiDepartment of Neurology, Massachusetts General Hospital.ORCID https://orcid.org/0000-0003-3829-6030
Christopher R CashmanDepartment of Neurology, Massachusetts General Hospital.
Craig BlackstoneDepartment of Neurology, Massachusetts General Hospital.
John K FinkDepartment of Neurology, University of Michigan; and.
Michael E ShyDepartment of Neurology, Carver College of Medicine, University of Iowa.ORCID https://orcid.org/0000-0001-8460-6971
Stephan ZuchnerDr. John T. Macdonald Foundation Department of Human Genetics and John P. Hussman Institute for Human Genomics, University of Miami Miller School of Medicine.ORCID https://orcid.org/0000-0002-8498-5235
Darius Ebrahimi-FakhariMovement Disorders Program, Department of Neurology, Boston Children's Hospital.ORCID https://orcid.org/0000-0002-0026-4714

Funding

Genetic Analysis and Manipulation Core (GAEC)P50HD105351 · NICHD · BOSTON CHILDREN'S HOSPITAL · PI SCOTT Loren POMEROY, MUSTAFA SAHIN · 2021 to 2026
$9.4M
NICHD NIH HHS P50 HD105351
6 · The paper itself

Abstract

Objectives: The primary objective of this paper was to present the establishment of the Spastic Paraplegia-Centers of Excellence Research Network (SP-CERN) aimed at promoting clinical trial readiness for hereditary spastic paraplegia (HSP). SP-CERN is unique in its approach to addressing the diagnostic and therapeutic challenges associated with HSP through a large-scale, collaborative effort. Methods: Participants with HSP are identified through multicenter collaborations across 11 institutions in the United States. SP-CERN systematically collects longitudinal clinical data, biospecimens, and wearable device data from patients. Data are stored in a centralized REDCap database, facilitating shared access for analysis. Patients are evaluated using standardized assessment tools for motor function, biomarkers, and digital outcome measures. Results: SP-CERN has established a biorepository, centralized data collection methods, and standardized clinical assessments. It is conducting natural history studies for all HSP subtypes, enabling the validation of biomarkers and development of gene-based therapies. Discussion: SP-CERN's collaborative approach bridges gaps in clinical care and research for HSP by improving diagnostic capabilities and promoting clinical trial readiness. This initiative represents a framework for rare disease research, accelerating the development of novel therapies and improving patient outcomes through standardized, multi-institutional collaboration.

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PMCPMC11849523

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