Search
Research
A surgically optimized intraoperative poly(I:C)-releasing hydrogel prevents cancer recurrenceRecurrences frequently occur following surgical removal of primary tumors. In many cancers, adjuvant therapies have limited efficacy. Surgery provides access to the tumor microenvironment, creating an opportunity for local therapy, in particular immunotherapy, which can induce local and systemic anti-cancer effects.
Research
Local therapy with combination TLR agonists stimulates systemic anti-tumor immunity and sensitizes tumors to immune checkpoint blockadeFrancois W. Joost Ben Lizeth Rachael Tao Omar Rwandamuriye Lesterhuis Wylie Orozco Morales Zemek Wang Elaskalani B. Tech., MSc, PhD BSc PhD BSc, MSc,
Research
WA Aboriginal Child Health Survey (WAACHS) Data Linkage StudyThis study is a partnership between researchers, the Aboriginal community and government to provide evidence for policy and practice addressing high priority health and wellbeing issues for Aboriginal children and families.
News & Events
WA Aboriginal Child Health Survey preserved for future generationsThe landmark Western Australian Aboriginal Child Health Survey has been placed into archiving at the State Library of Western Australia to be preserved for future generations.
News & Events
Rethink needed on literacy interventionA new study by The Kids Research Institute Australia has found current early intervention programs are failing to identify a large proportion of children with language an
News & Events
Watershed approach to improve cystic fibrosis treatmentThe Kids researchers are pioneering an exciting new approach to clinical trials, which aims to fast-track the best treatments for people with rare and complex diseases.
Cystic fibrosis (CF) is the most common lifeâshortening genetic disease affecting children.
Learn more about all of the Clinical Trials, Platforms & Cohorts at the Wal-yan respiratory centre.
News & Events
The Kids researchers who helped identify rare disorder now poised to help the hunt for treatmentTwo The Kids Research Institute Australia researchers recognised for their role in building a global database for CDKL5 deficiency disorder are now helping to set the scene for clinical trials of much-needed potential treatments.
Meet Toby - he has developmental coordination disorder (DCD), a neurodevelopmental condition that causes delays and impairments in fine and gross motor skills.