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Pacific Rheumatic Heart Disease (RHD) Program

The goal of the program is to establish the foundations of an effective, sustainable and equitable response to RHD in the Pacific.

FINGERPRINT: FINdinG Early markers of Respiratory disease for survivors of PReterm birth which IdeNtify Treatable traits

This research project will investigate the traits of preterm lung disease, looking into the long-term lung health of children born preterm, aiming to identify traits that could help guide better treatments in the future.

Causal Impact of COVID-19 Lockdowns on the Mental Health of Australian Children

This project investigates the prevalence, risk factors, and causal impact of COVID-19 lockdowns on mental health disorders, self-harm, and suicide among Australian children.

The Adult Migrant English Program (AMEP) Impact Evaluation Project

This project evaluates the effectiveness of the Adult Migrant English Program (AMEP). To date, we have produced five research reports submitted to the Australian Government Department of Home Affairs.

The effectiveness of education and lived experience resources in reducing stigma towards young people at-risk of psychosis

This study aimed to evaluate and compare the effectiveness of two brief written anti-stigma resources.

Western Australia Paediatric Bronchiectasis Cohort

Bronchiectasis is a chronic lung disease that impairs quality of life and reduces life expectancy.

The Growth and Resilience in Teachers program (GRIT): Evaluation of a Co- Designed Program for High School Teacher Wellbeing

Mental health problems are prevalent in working populations worldwide. Researchers attribute many of these issues to rising work pressures, which can lead to the development of conditions such as depression, anxiety, distress, and burnout.

Early Irritability as a Transdiagnostic Neurodevelopmental Vulnerability to Later Mental Health Problems

Irritability is a common trait seen in children. While expressions of irritability are part of normal development, servere irritability is a known indicator of child and adolescent mental health problems.

Transition to parenting

Pregnancy marks the transition from childlessness to parenthood, and provides an opportunity for parents-to-be to prepare, research and reflect.

Development and Validation of a Beliefs and Concerns about Screentime Scale

Australian children aged 5 years and younger are exposed to more screen time (e.g., televisions, tables, and smartphones) than ever before.