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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.

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An Early-Stage Type 1 Diabetes (T1D) Clinic aims to revolutionise diabetes care and support families navigating the beginning of an early-stage T1D diagnosis.

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Research that screens novel genetic variants identified in disease will be fast-tracked by a funding boost, offering new hope of an early diagnosis for families of children with a rare or undiagnosed genetic disease.

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The Australian Government has appointed the National Health and Medical Research Council (NHMRC) Council for 2024 to 2027.

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A team of world-leading scientists has secured $5 million in funding from the Leukaemia and Lymphoma Society to advance the fight against leukaemia in children with Down syndrome.

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Bullying is now regarded as a health problem and not just a disciplinary problem. Increasing evidence shows both traditional bullying (e.g. hitting, teasing) and cyberbullying have lasting effects on young people (both those who bully and those who are bullied), including damage to self-esteem, academic results and mental health.

A new rapid research funding model is translating into quick results.

An innovative The Kids program is helping to slash waiting times so children can have their ear problems checked within days.

Hip Hop 2 SToP video It didn’t take long for shyness to make way for excitement when a group of children from Dampier Peninsula communities got

Perth researchers discovered a naturally occurring virus living in the city’s waterways that could potentially fight antibiotic-resistant superbugs.