Phase 1 Study of C.001 in Retinal Degeneration

This is a first-in-human Phase 1 study evaluating the safety and tolerability of C.001 in patients with retinal diseases involving degeneration of the retinal pigment epithelium. Participants will receive a single administration of C.001 delivered by subretinal injection. The study will evaluate three dose levels in a sequential manner. The primary objective is to assess the safety of C.001 over a 3-month period following administration. Participants will be followed for up to 12 months to further evaluate safety and explore changes in visual function and retinal structure.

Inclusion Criteria: * Age ≥18 years * Diagnosis of retinal disease associated with retinal pigment epithelium degeneration (e.g., geographic atrophy or Stargardt disease) * Visual acuity within protocol-defined limits * Stable ocular condition prior to enrollment * Medically suitable for ophthalmic surgery and anesthesia * Willingness to comply with study procedures and follow-up Exclusion Criteria: * Active or prior choroidal neovascularization (CNV) * Recent myocardial infarction or significant uncontrolled cardiovascular disease * Uncontrolled glaucoma * Significant ocular inflammatory disease * Recent intraocular surgery within protocol-defined timeframe * Active systemic infection * Poorly controlled diabetes (e.g., HbA1c \>8.5%) * Participation in another investigational study within 3 months prior to screening