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The ORIGINS Tooth Fairy

As your child starts to lose their baby teeth, you now have a special chance to support exciting new areas of child health research

What is diabetes

Type 1 diabetes is a chronic autoimmune disease that results from the immune system attacking the insulin-producing cells of the pancreas. Unlike type 2 diabetes which is potentially preventable, type 1 is a non-preventable disease - currently, its exact cause is not known and there is no cure.

Theme Leads

Read about the Research Focus Area Leads at the Children's Diabetes Centre.

Research results

Many of the Centre's researchers have been responsible for discovering and contributing to real game-changers, making a difference to children with diabetes.

News & Events

National study to assess impact of social media ban on families and kids

A unique national study to examine the impact of the Federal Government’s social media ban on families is being undertaken by The Kids Research Institute Australia, in collaboration The University of Western Australia and Edith Cowan University.

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Celebrating our STEM team

To celebrate International Day of Women and Girls in Science, we asked our research team to share why they became researchers, how autism became their focus and for their top tip for girls interested in pursuing a STEM career.

All news and events

See our full catalogue of news and events.

News & Events

Provisional Psychologists at CliniKids

To meet the growing demand for clinical psychology services, as well as provide education and awareness of autism best practice for clinical psychologists, CliniKids is helping to develop and train the next generation of mental health practitioners.

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ENVISAGE Term 3 programs

ENVISAGE is a free peer support program specifically designed for parents and caregivers of children aged 0-8 years with disabilities or developmental concerns. Term 3 dates now released.