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A decade of data confirms observation is safe for most newborns with neuroblastoma

A landmark study led by Dr Hetal Dholaria, The Kids Research Institute Australia researcher and Perth Children’s Hospital Oncologist, has confirmed that a “wait and watch” approach for newborns diagnosed with neuroblastoma is not only safe, but effective over the long term.

Major NHMRC grant prioritises strong skin for Aboriginal children

Efforts to improve health outcomes for Aboriginal children have been accelerated thanks to almost $1 million in National Health and Medical Research Council (NHMRC) funds awarded to skin health researchers at The Kids Research Institute Australia.

New study unveils benefits of blue and green spaces for boosting child wellbeing

Preschool children with more backyard space and those who live closer to parks and water do more active play than children from other neighbourhoods, according to a new study by The Kids Research Institute Australia.

Aboriginal women lead design of maternal and child healthcare model

A group of 19 Aboriginal women from South Australia, along with researchers from The Kids Research Institute Australia, have developed a culturally responsive, evidence-based model of care to support Aboriginal women with cardiometabolic complications in pregnancy in SA.

Major donation to change the landscape of rare and undiagnosed disease

The Kids Research Institute Australia is proud to be a part of the Rare Care Comprehensive Centre (RCCC) for children with rare and undiagnosed disease, made possible thanks to one of Western Australia’s biggest philanthropic gifts.

Kalgoorlie STEM Festival ignites curiosity

The Kids Research Institute Australia’s inaugural Kalgoorlie STEM Festival drew more than 600 children and was warmly embraced by the local community over two exciting days at Curtin University’s Graduates Hall.

Active books for active kids!

Walk through the jungle, hunt for the bear, or do the animal bop this Book Week! Acting out stories is a wonderful way to encourage active play with your child.

Cutting edge spatial maps reveal Western Pacific hotspots for parasitic worms

A global research team led by geospatial modelling experts from The Kids Research Institute Australia and Curtin University has provided the first detailed maps identifying hotspots across the Western Pacific Region where debilitating parasitic worms are rife.

The Kids receives critical funding boost from WA Government

The Kids Research Institute Australia is one of 20 West Australian research facilities to share in $25 million funding under the State Government’s Research Infrastructure Support (RIS) program, through the Future Health Research and Innovation (FHRI) Fund.

The Kids takes fight against one of the world’s deadliest bugs to national stage

Last night, almost 60 supporters gathered at Adelaide Town Hall for the inaugural The Kids Research Institute Australia Adelaide Lecture, Not Just a Sore Throat: The Race to Stop One of the Deadliest Bugs on the Planet.