In the United States, Vascarta commences Phase 1 clinical study of VAS-101 for sickle cell disease as part of the Proof of Concept
A first in human proof of concept phase I clinical study of VAS-101 (Vasceptor®; topical curcumin gel) in sickle cell disease (SCD) is underway. The study is being conducted by the Foundation for Sickle Cell Disease Research (FSCDR) in Hollywood, Florida, under the supervision of the principal investigator, Dr. Gershwin Blyden.