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People power takes tiny study to the next level

One of the biggest problems facing young people with neuromuscular disorders is the risk of breathing problems caused by muscle weakness during sleep.

Driving a vaccine revolution

The Kids Research Institute Australia is now part of an ambitious, yet achievable, global bid to produce such one-shot vaccines.

Warajanga marnti warranja – together we walk on country

A $5 million commitment from BHP has allowed The Kids researchers and Aboriginal communities to make FASD history in the Pilbara.

Bobbie brings baby’s brain to life

A lovable blue creature by the name of Bobbie has won the hearts and minds of Western Australians.

Early years initiative off to strong start

A 10-year agreement forged between the State Government, Minderoo Foundation and Telethon Kids Institute is well underway.

Researchers unlock key to slowing leukaemia progression in kids

When three-year-old Flo Parker injured her hip on a camping trip five years ago, her parents thought it would be nothing more than a common childhood injury.

Giving wings to a generation of Indigenous leaders

In 2005, The Kids Research Institute Australia won a National Health & Medical Research Council Indigenous Capacity Building Grant.

Sunny outlook for allergy-prone bub

Felix was one of 195 children to take part in Dr Debbie Palmer’s research into sunlight exposure, vitamin D and eczema.

Let the sun shine in

For decades Aussies have been told to minimise sun exposure to prevent skin cancer - now researchers at Telethon Kids are challenging that message.

Rapid response to e-cigarette findings

Telethon Kids Institute-led research revealing that six out of 10 nicotine free e-cigarette liquids contained nicotine and other potentially harmful chemicals.