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Taking control

Whether writing and sending messages or emails, or posting or sharing images and videos, it is important to make sure the content is appropriate,

What is neurodiversity?

In this blog, Speech Pathologist Emma Corry explores what neurodiversity is, and what it means in the context of supporting autistic children.     Many people may have heard the term “neurodiversity” but what does this term actually mean? In this blog, we are going to dive into the foundations of neurodiversity. 

Study finds high RSV awareness with parents open to future immunisation

A The Kids Research Institute Australia study designed to gauge community awareness of respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) has found parents and parents-to-be are highly aware of the virus and are open to immunisation to tackle it.

Whooping cough studies

How protective is the whooping cough vaccine? Vaccination and allergy Even though Australia has high vaccination rates against whooping cough, we

Detection of occult Scedosporium species in respiratory tract specimens in cystic fibrosis (CF) by use of selective media

Respiratory samples from cystic fibrosis outpatients were cultured on Sabouraud's dextrose agar (SABD) containing antibiotics, Mycosel, and Scedosporium-sel...

Western Australian DNA and Longitudinal Serum Bank for Weight Regulation

This resource will allow researchers to carry out studies which will look at the genetic causes of excessive weight gain and identify biomarkers

Intranasal Insulin Trial II

If successful, this vaccine could prevent type 1 diabetes and the need for daily insulin injections in people at risk.

Tourette Syndrome

Tourette syndrome is a neurodevelopmental disorder characterised by uncontrollable movements and vocalisations known as tics.

Athena SWAN Bronze Action Plan

We are delighted to share that The Kids has successfully completed its Athena SWAN Bronze Action Plan.

How a simple treatment is helping to give premature bubs a better start

Coconut oil has been used on premature babies to help fight off deadly infections. Researchers are now hoping to prove it is effective for other conditions as well.