Solutions
Online Inquiry
Global Services. (Creative Biolabs Authorized)

CellRapeutics™ Anti-EBV CAR Cell Therapy Development Service

Online Inquiry
Background Services Required Starting Materials Workflow Potential EBV Targets Advantages Case Study FAQs Contact Us

Are you currently facing long drug development cycles, difficulty in targeting virally-associated malignancies, or challenges in developing effective and safe cell therapies? Creative Biolabs' CellRapeutics™ anti-EBV CAR cell therapy development service helps you accelerate drug discovery, obtain high-quality anti-EBV CAR-T cell therapies, and develop highly specific and potent cellular immunotherapies through advanced chimeric antigen receptor (CAR) engineering, high-throughput screening platforms, and innovative cell manufacturing techniques.

The Urgency of Anti-EBV CAR Cell Therapy Development

Epstein-Barr Virus (EBV) is linked to a spectrum of human malignancies, including lymphomas and nasopharyngeal carcinoma, posing significant challenges for conventional treatments. While CAR T-cell therapy has revolutionized hematological cancer treatment, novel approaches are urgently needed for EBV-associated B-cell malignancies, which often have poor outcomes with chemotherapy. Recent advancements show promise in engineering EBV-specific T cells with CARs, offering an "off-the-shelf" allogeneic platform with robust antitumor efficacy and reduced alloreactivity. This highlights the critical need for developing targeted therapies like anti-EBV CAR T cells to address these persistent unmet medical needs.

Fig.1 EBV entry and infection of target cells. (OA Literature)Fig.1 EBV enters and infects target cells.1,3

CellRapeutics™ Anti-EBV CAR Cell Therapy Development Service at Creative Biolabs

Our CellRapeutics™ anti-EBV CAR cell therapy development service provides comprehensive solutions tailored to your unique research and clinical needs, from concept to validated therapeutic candidates. We specialize in overcoming the complexities of CAR-T design, optimization, and manufacturing for EBV-associated indications. Our deliverables include expertly designed CAR constructs, robustly expanded and characterized CAR-T cell products, and in-depth functional and safety profiles. We help you accelerate your project by providing high-quality, reliable results that pave the way for successful preclinical and clinical development.

Required Starting Materials

  • Target Antigen Information: Detailed specifications of the EBV antigen(s) or tumor-associated antigen(s) to be targeted (e.g., specific viral latent antigens, surface markers like CD19 if co-targeting, or other relevant host cell targets). This includes sequence information, expression patterns, and any known binding characteristics.
  • Donor Cell Source: Information regarding the preferred source of T cells (e.g., patient peripheral blood mononuclear cells (PBMCs), healthy donor PBMCs, or specific cell lines), including collection protocols and sample volume requirements.
  • Project Scope and Objectives: Clear definition of project goals, such as desired CAR construct design, desired in vitro/in vivo efficacy targets, and regulatory considerations for future applications.

One-stop Customized Workflow

Step 1

CAR Construct Design and Optimization

Based on your target antigen information, we design and synthesize highly efficient CAR constructs. This involves selecting optimal scFv domains, hinge and transmembrane regions, and co-stimulatory domains (e.g., CD28, 4-1BB, or novel combinations) to enhance T cell activation, proliferation, and persistence.

Step 2

Viral Vector Production and Transduction

High-titer lentiviral or retroviral vectors encoding the optimized CAR are produced. We then efficiently transduce the client-provided or sourced T cells, ensuring stable integration and high expression of the CAR on the cell surface. Rigorous quality control checks are performed for vector integrity and transduction efficiency.

Step 3

CAR-T Cell Expansion and Manufacturing

Transduced CAR-T cells are expanded under GMP-compliant conditions in our state-of-the-art facilities. Our optimized protocols ensure robust cell proliferation while maintaining desired phenotypes and functional characteristics, producing sufficient quantities for preclinical or clinical applications.

Step 4

In Vitro Functional Characterization

Expanded CAR-T cells undergo comprehensive in vitro testing. This includes antigen-specific cytotoxicity assays (e.g., luciferase-based killing, impedance-based assays), cytokine secretion profiling (e.g., IFN-γ, IL-2), proliferation assays, and assessment of exhaustion markers.

Step 5

In Vivo Efficacy and Safety Evaluation (Optional)

For projects requiring preclinical validation, we offer in vivo studies using appropriate animal models (e.g., xenograft models of EBV-associated malignancies) to evaluate CAR-T cell persistence, anti-tumor efficacy, and potential off-target toxicities, providing crucial data for IND-enabling studies.

Potential EBV Targets

Developing effective anti-EBV CAR T-cell therapies relies on identifying and targeting specific EBV antigens expressed on malignant cells. Here we list several potential targets:

  • Latent membrane proteins: LMP1 and LMP2
  • EBV glycoproteins: such as gB, gH, gL, and gp42

Attractive Advantages

Targeted Efficacy

Precision engineering for specific EBV-associated targets, maximizing therapeutic impact.

Rapid Development

Streamlined workflows accelerate your CAR-T cell therapy from concept to preclinical readiness.

Optimized Constructs

Utilize our expertise in CAR design to achieve superior specificity and potency.

Robust Manufacturing

High-quality, scalable production of CAR-T cells under stringent conditions.

Comprehensive Characterization

In-depth functional and safety profiling ensures reliable and predictable outcomes.

Reduced Risk

Our proven methodologies minimize potential off-target effects and enhance overall safety.

Cost-Effective Solutions

Efficient processes and optimized resource utilization deliver exceptional value for your investment.

Case Study

This study engineered CAR-T cells targeting the gp350 glycoprotein and evaluated their therapeutic potential against Epstein-Barr virus (EBV)-positive tumors. The gp350-CAR-T cells demonstrated potent and selective cytotoxicity against EBV-positive tumor cell lines in vitro and significantly inhibited tumor growth in an in vivo xenograft model of Burkitt lymphoma. These findings highlight gp350 as a promising and specific target for immunotherapy in EBV-associated malignancies.

Cytotoxicity Assessment

Fig.2 Cytotoxicity of anti-EBV CAR-T Cells in Co-culture. (OA Literature)Fig.2 Anti-EBV CAR-T cell cytotoxicity assessment.2,3

Cytokine Secretion Assessment

Fig.3 Cytokine Secretion of anti-EBV CAR-T Cells in Co-culture. (OA Literature)Fig.3 Anti-EBV CAR-T cell cytokine secretion assessment.2,3

FAQs

Q1: What types of EBV-associated malignancies can your Anti-EBV CAR Cell Therapy target?

A1: Our service can develop CAR-T cell therapies targeting various EBV-associated malignancies, including but not limited to EBV-positive lymphomas (e.g., Burkitt lymphoma, Hodgkin lymphoma, NK/T-cell lymphoma), post-transplant lymphoproliferative disorders (PTLD), and nasopharyngeal carcinoma. We work closely with clients to define the most appropriate antigen targets for their specific indications. Feel free to discuss your specific project with our experts for tailored advice.

Q2: Can you accommodate both autologous and allogeneic CAR-T cell development?

A2: Yes, our CellRapeutics™ platform is versatile and equipped to handle both autologous (patient-derived) and allogeneic (healthy donor-derived, "off-the-shelf") CAR-T cell development. We offer expertise in optimizing protocols for each approach, addressing the unique challenges associated with cell sourcing, expansion, and alloreactivity management for allogeneic platforms. Let us know your preferred strategy, and we'll guide you through the process.

Related Services

To further support your immuno-oncology and cell therapy endeavors, Creative Biolabs offers a suite of complementary services:

Work with Creative Biolabs

At Creative Biolabs, our CellRapeutics™ anti-EBV CAR cell therapy development service is built upon a foundation of scientific excellence, cutting-edge technology, and an unwavering commitment to client success. We pride ourselves on our ability to navigate the intricacies of CAR-T engineering, offering bespoke solutions that address the unique challenges of each project. If you are looking for a reliable partner to develop high-quality anti-EBV CAR cell therapeutics, please feel free to reach out to us.

References

  1. Cui, Xinle, and Clifford M Snapper. "Epstein Barr Virus: Development of Vaccines and Immune Cell Therapy for EBV-Associated Diseases." Frontiers in immunologyvol. 12 734471. 8 Oct. 2021, doi:10.3389/fimmu.2021.734471
  2. Wang, Jiajia et al. "Gp350-targeted CAR-T therapy in EBV-positive Burkitt lymphoma: pre-clinical development of gp350 CAR-T." Journal of translational medicine vol. 23,1 171. 10 Feb. 2025, doi:10.1186/s12967-025-06188-w
  3. Distributed under Open Access License CC BY 4.0, without modification.
Online Inquiry

For any technical issues or product/service related questions, please leave your information below. Our team will contact you soon.

This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply.

All products and services are For Research Use Only and CANNOT be used in the treatment or diagnosis of disease.

Key Updates
Newsletter. (Creative Biolabs Authorized) NEWSLETTER

The latest newsletter to introduce the latest breaking information, our site updates, field and other scientific news, important events, and insights from industry leaders

LEARN MORE NEWSLETTER
New Solution. (Creative Biolabs Authorized) NEW SOLUTION

CellRapeutics™ In Vivo Cell Engineering: One-stop in vivo T/B/NK cell and macrophage engineering services covering vectors construction to function verification.

LEARN MORE SOLUTION
Novel Solution. (Creative Biolabs Authorized) NOVEL TECHNOLOGY

Silence™ CAR-T Cell: A novel platform to enhance CAR-T cell immunotherapy by combining RNAi technology to suppress genes that may impede CAR functionality.

LEARN MORE NOVEL TECHNOLOGY
New Technology. (Creative Biolabs Authorized) NEW SOLUTION

Canine CAR-T Therapy Development: From early target discovery, CAR design and construction, cell culture, and transfection, to in vitro and in vivo function validation.

LEARN MORE SOLUTION
Receive our latest news and insights.