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New study unveils benefits of blue and green spaces for boosting child wellbeingPreschool 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.
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Aboriginal women lead design of maternal and child healthcare modelA 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.
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Kalgoorlie STEM Festival ignites curiosityThe 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.
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Phage power: Researchers awarded fellowships to tackle cystic fibrosis infectionsTwo researchers from The Kids Research Institute Australia’s Wal-yan Respiratory Research Centre have secured lucrative fellowships to advance cutting-edge phage therapy research for people living with cystic fibrosis (CF).
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Free, life-changing ear surgery gives 100 children a new lease on lifePainful ear infections and muffled sounds are a thing of the past for 100 Aboriginal children who have received free grommet surgery thanks to the Djaalinj Waakinj (listening and hearing) Ear Health program.
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New evidence shows timely introduction of peanuts and eggs reduces allergy risksFamilies who introduce peanut butter and eggs to their baby’s diet at around six months of age can significantly reduce the chances of them developing a life-threatening allergy, according to a new study published in the Journal of Allergy and Clinical Immunology – In Practice.
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WA Near Miss Awards provide boost for leading researchers at The KidsNine researchers from The Kids Research Institute Australia have secured vital support through the WA Near Miss Awards, allowing them to continue innovative health projects that narrowly missed out on national funding.
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Meet the Finalists: Illuminate PitchFest 2025We are excited to introduce ten trailblazing researchers who will be taking to the stage this February to pitch their bold and innovative ideas to our philanthropic community.
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Funding boost for childhood cancer research projectsProjects to improve outcomes for leukaemia patients and reduce skin cancer rates in young Aboriginal people have received funding through Cancer Council WA.