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On September 12, 2025, during the CSCO Annual Meeting, "Aitozumab Strikes, Doubling the Protection for All —— Innovative Seminar on Tumor ImmunotherapySuccessfully concluded in Jinan. This conference brought together top experts in the field of tumor immunotherapy in China, comprehensively exploring innovative pathways and development directions of tumor immunotherapy from the layout of immunotherapy research and development to clinical practice, from breakthroughs in single disease types to multidisciplinary collaboration.



InThe First Affiliated Hospital of Shandong First Medical UniversityProfessor Tian HuiUnder the hosting of,Shandong Cancer HospitalAcademician Jinming Yu、Sun Yat-sen University Cancer CenterProfessor Ruihua XuandVice General Manager of Qilu Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd. Sales HeadquartersMr. Wu GangDelivered an opening speech, reviewing the significant progress made in tumor immunotherapy in recent years, and pointed out that tumor immunotherapy has entered a new stage of development. Innovative therapies, such as novel immune checkpoint modulators with multi-target synergy, are gradually overcoming the limitations of single-target treatments, bringing new possibilities for the treatment of multiple types of tumors.

InSun Yat-sen University Cancer CenterProfessor Zhang LiUnder the hosting of,Dr. Xiaoyan Kang, Head of R&D at Qilu PharmaceuticalThe article systematically introduces the achievements and extensive indication layout of Aito combination antibody, one of the innovative representative drugs in current cancer immunotherapy, since its market launch. It focuses on elaborating several significant research results conducted in the fields of cervical cancer, liver cancer, lung cancer, gastrointestinal tumors, nasopharyngeal cancer, and renal cancer, highlighting its tremendous clinical application potential and development prospects. Meanwhile, Dr. Kang also shared the R&D pipeline layout and innovation strategy of Qilu Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd., stating that Qilu Pharmaceutical will continue to increase investment in innovative R&D. Based on eight large molecule platforms represented by combination antibodies, TCE, ADCs, antibodies, PROTAC, and seven small molecule platforms represented by orally dissolving films, microspheres, lipids, nanoparticles, Qilu Pharmaceutical will continuously implement local and international strategies in the field of innovative drugs, bringing good news to more patients.


InShandong Cancer HospitalProfessor Wang ZhehaiUnder the hosting, the "Dialogue with Researchers" session became the "highlight of ideas" of the entire conference. The core researchers of the DUBHE "Polaris" series clinical study of the Aito combination antibody –Shandong Cancer HospitalAcademician Jinming Yu, Professor Ruihua Xu from the Sun Yat-sen University Cancer Center, Professor Qi Zhou from the Chongqing University Affiliated Tumor Hospital, Professor Yan Huang from the Sun Yat-sen University Cancer Center, Yunnan Province Tumor HospitalProfessor Runxiang YangTop scholars in the field of oncology diagnosis and treatment gathered together, highly affirming the breakthrough value of the Aito combination antibody. They engaged in in-depth discussions on the research and development breakthroughs, clinical advantages, patient selection, industry impact, and future exploration of the Aito combination antibody, providing valuable reference opinions for clinical practice.
Dialogue Keyword 1: "First-of-its-kind"

Academician Jinming YuStarting from the overall landscape of tumor immunotherapy, the innovative value of the Aituo combination antibody and the development direction of China's innovation are analyzed. He pointed out that the Aituo combination antibody, as the world's first PD-1/CTLA-4 combination antibody, adopts the innovative MabPair technology.®Technical Platform Achieves the Golden Ratio of 2:1 for Two Antibodies, Enhancing Efficacy While Reducing Toxicity, Showing Potential in Multiple Indication Explorations. Meanwhile, Academician Yu also pointed out that Chinese scholars are increasingly becoming important participants on the international oncology academic stage. In recent years, multiple research achievements of the Aito combination antibody have been selected for top international academic conferences such as ASCO and ESMO, showcasing China's innovative strength in the field of tumor immunotherapy and contributing Chinese wisdom to the global advancement of cancer treatment, earning a good reputation internationally. As tumor immunotherapy enters a new era, innovative pharmaceutical companies in China are actively promoting the construction of new models for cancer treatment, bringing new hope for cancer patients.
Dialogue Keyword 2: "Potent"

Professor Ruihua XuProspects of Immunotherapy in Colorectal Cancer Were Explored. He pointed out that the layout of Aituo combination antibody in the field of colorectal cancer covers first-line treatment for advanced stages and perioperative treatment. This comprehensive research and development strategy has greatly driven exploration and innovation in this field. According to Phase II research data, first-line monotherapy with Aituo combination antibody in MSI-high colorectal cancer patients achieved an ORR of 62.5% and a DCR of 100%. The combination regimen showed a high ORR and good tolerability in first-line treatment of MSS/MSI-low colorectal cancer patients. Thus, through the synergistic effect of dual immune targets, Aituo combination antibody is expected to break through existing treatment bottlenecks and bring benefits to more patients.

Professor Zhou QiBased on the preliminary research data of the Aito combination antibody, its revolutionary significance for cervical cancer treatment is highlighted. For second-line and above treatment of recurrent or metastatic cervical cancer, this drug as a monotherapy demonstrates controllable safety and initial efficacy, offering benefits regardless of PD-L1 positivity or negativity. In first-line cervical cancer treatment, it has the potential to reshape the treatment landscape. In terms of safety, the incidence of adverse events with the Aito combination antibody is relatively low, clinically manageable, and associated with better patient tolerance. If subsequent studies further confirm survival benefits, this drug is expected to become a core option for immunotherapy in cervical cancer, potentially driving adjustments in current clinical practice to allow more patients to benefit from immunotherapy.

Professor Huang YanAs the principal investigator of DUBHE-L-303, she conducted an in-depth analysis of the clinical value and optimal benefit population of the Aito combination antibody. In the population resistant to EGFR-TKI, the combination therapy regimen of Aito achieved an ORR of 54.8%, a median PFS of 8.5 months, and a median OS of 26.5 months, providing a new treatment option for relatively refractory resistant patients. She particularly pointed out that the Phase III head-to-head study targeting EGFR/ALK-negative advanced first-line PD-L1 negative population has completed enrollment. This study is expected to address the clinical challenge of limited efficacy of immunotherapy in PD-L1 negative patients.
Dialogue Keyword 3: "Safety"

Professor Runxiang YangThe in-depth management experience of patients enrolled from their own center has affirmed the excellent safety of the Aituo combination antibody. Although immune checkpoint inhibitors have transformed the landscape of cancer treatment, monotherapy still faces challenges such as limited response rates and drug resistance. Previous studies suggest that combining two immune monoclonal antibodies enhances efficacy but also increases toxic reactions, significantly affecting patient compliance and prognosis. Professor Yang specifically noted that none of the 44 patients enrolled at Yunnan Cancer Hospital in the DUBHE-L-304 study experienced immune-related adverse events such as immune-related pneumonia or immune-related myocarditis, consistent with the results of the Phase I clinical study covering multiple tumor types.(The study enrolled 518 patients, with an incidence of grade ≥3 immune-related adverse events at only 8.1%), demonstrating good safety characteristics while enhancing anti-tumor activity.
This authoritative dialogue across multiple tumor types not only还原了艾托组合抗体的创新历程, 体现了中国专家学者的科研高度, 更为肿瘤免疫治疗的未来方向提供了“中国方案”.


Professor Dapeng Li from Shandong Cancer HospitalShared the latest advances in immunotherapy for cervical cancer. She pointed out that there are significant unmet needs in cervical cancer treatment, and immunotherapy strategies, represented by immune checkpoint inhibitors, are continuously reshaping clinical practice. She highlighted the research achievements of the Aito combination antibody. In second-line and above treatments, key studies have shown an ORR of 33.8%, with a median PFS of 5.4 months, while the DUBHE-C-204 study further indicates the outstanding potential of the Aito combination antibody in first-line treatment: ORR reached 75.9%, with a median PFS as high as 15.1 months.
In addition, Professor Li Dapeng also mentioned that immunotherapy is expanding to earlier stages, such as the approved indication for using immunotherapy combined with concurrent chemoradiotherapy in the treatment of locally advanced cervical cancer, and initial success has been seen in explorations of neoadjuvant immunotherapy. Among these, the dual-immunotherapy strategy is expected to compensate for the shortcomings of single-target inhibitors, providing more comprehensive treatment options for patients with different PD-L1 expression statuses.


Subsequently inThe Affiliated Tumor Hospital of Harbin Medical UniversityProfessor Ge LouThe Summit Dialogue Session HostedCancer Hospital, Chinese Academy of Medical SciencesProfessor An Jusheng, Professor Ju Xingzhu from Fudan University Shanghai Cancer Center, Professor Xie Peng from Shandong Cancer HospitalCombined with clinical practice, there was a heated discussion on the positioning of Aituo combination antibody in cervical cancer treatment, the screening of advantageous populations, and its promising application in combination with local treatment methods, providing new insights for clinical diagnosis and treatment.

Progress in Lung Cancer Treatment,Shandong Cancer HospitalProfessor Xiangjiao MengShared the application and prospects of a new generation dual-immunotherapy strategy in NSCLC. Currently, single-target immunotherapy for lung cancer has reached a bottleneck, and multi-target combinations that exert synergistic effects are one of the key ways to enhance efficacy. Aito combination antibody, as the world's first approved PD-1/CTLA-4 dual-function combination antibody, has already demonstrated highly promising efficacy and safety in the field of lung cancer. Based on the results of the DUBHE-L-201 study, Aito combination antibody in combination with chemotherapy and bevacizumab has been included in the latest CSCO guidelines as a recommended regimen. Meanwhile, Professor Meng also introduced the ongoing Phase III clinical trials of Aito combination antibody in combination with chemotherapy in the field of lung cancer, which is expected to become one of the potent treatment options for first-line and adjuvant therapy in NSCLC in the future.


Finally inCancer Hospital, Chinese Academy of Medical SciencesProfessor Wang XinUnder the leadership of,Zhejiang Cancer HospitalProfessor Jin Ying, Professor Li Jisheng from Qilu Hospital of Shandong University, Professor Wang Qi from Wuxi Second People's Hospital, Professor Zhang Lingyun from the First Hospital of China Medical UniversityCentered on the dual-immunotherapy strategy, a lively discussion was held on the application value and future challenges of dual-immunotherapy in the field of lung cancer, from the perspectives of clinical research, medication practice, and safety management of the Aito combination antibody.
World's First PD-1/CTLA-4Combination Antibody·Excellent Choice for Immunotherapy
①The world's first MabPair biotechnology platform, achieving PD-1 monoclonal antibody and CTLA-4 monoclonal antibody2:1Golden Ratio.
②CTLA-4 monoclonal antibody adoptedIgG1Subtype, RetainADCC Effect, which can kill regulatory T cells,Enhance efficacy.
③CTLA-4 Monoclonal AntibodyFcModified, half-life shortened to one week,Reduce toxicity.
①Cervical cancer: 1. Median PFS of 5.4 months with second-line monotherapy (benefit observed regardless of PD-L1 positivity or negativity)2. The median PFS of the first-line combination regimen reached 15.1 months.
② Lung Cancer: Combination therapy for EGFR-TKI resistant NSCLC patients,mPFS reached 8.5 months, mOS reached 26.5 months.
③ Liver Cancer: First-line Treatment in Combination RegimensHCC,ORR reached 35.5%, and the 6-month PFS rate was 79%.
① Cervical cancer: Single-agent second-line studies show that the incidence of severe adverse events is similar to that of PD-1 antibodies.Equivalent.
②Multiple Tumor Types: In the Phase I study of 518 patients, the incidence of grade III or higher immune-related adverse events was only8.1%。
Qilu’s Precision Benefits Mankind, Aito Shines to Start a New Journey!From breakthroughs in pivotal clinical trials, to recommendations in treatment guidelines, and further to transforming clinical practice — the Aitor Combination Antibody, as a representative innovation in China's dual immunotherapy field, is steadily advancing towards broader therapeutic applications. We look forward to China's wisdom continuing to contribute significant strength to global cancer prevention and treatment on the innovation-driven path guided by clinical value, writing a new chapter in the cause of human health.
(Collated by He Peng from the Chinese Medical Tribune)