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National funding success for child health researchers

Researchers from the Telethon Institute have today been awarded $3.46 million in competitive grants and two early career fellowships from the NHMRC.

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A world first for Aussie kids putting Australia's children on the map

In a world first, 96 per cent of communities in Australia now have vital information about their children's development

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Children and young people with CP needed for respiratory study

West Australian study will look at the breathing and airway problems of children and with cerebral palsy (CP) to prevent serious respiratory problems

MECP2 duplication syndrome (MDBase)

MECP2 duplication syndrome is a rare disorder neurodevelopmental disorder that, unlike Rett syndrome, mostly affects boys.

Research snapshots

Our research covers a broad range of areas from the influence of mutation type on health outcomes to factors impacting on the lives of familes.

Altered attainment of developmental milestones

Regression, including the loss of previously learned skills, such as hand function and communication skills, is one of the most suggestive features of Rett synd

Validating the Rett Syndrome Gross Motor Scale

Our study investigated the quality of measurements obtained using the Rett Syndrome Gross Motor Scale.

Early determinants of fractures in Rett syndrome

We wanted to compare the frequency of fracture episodes, and factors associated with a fracture, in females with Rett syndrome, compared to general population.

Surgical fusion of early onset severe scoliosis increases survival in Rett syndrome: a cohort study

Our study investigated the impacts of spinal fusion on survival and the risk of developing respiratory infections in females with Rett syndrome.

Impact of scoliosis surgery on daily living

We wanted to examine the effects of spinal fusion surgery to treat scoliosis on the functional abilities of girls and women with Rett syndrome.