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Brain and behaviour research encompasses a child's learning, development and mental health - and the impact and development of conditions like cerebral palsy, autism and intellectual disability.

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Read our contribution to Research Australia's INSPIRE magazine in their 'Prevention' edition.

This project aims to investigate the impact of a non-severe burn injury on children's health for life.

Assessing the virus transmission, immunity development and wellbeing of families during COVID-19

This study explores the role of infant sleep in early childhood development.

Determining the associations of sun exposure in early life on the development of non-communicable diseases.

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ORIGINS Co-Director nominated in the 2024 Western Australian of the Year Awards

Australian children diagnosed with a brain tumour now have a better chance of accessing the best treatment for their disease thanks to a trans-Tasman collaboration spearheaded by The Kids Research Institute Australia cancer researcher Professor Nick Gottardo.

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ORIGINS is now offering telehealth appointments for the paediatric assessment at the one- and three-year timepoints

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Diet and physical activity are two lifestyle behaviours that are critical for healthy ageing. The aim of this study was to explore how older adults negotiate dietary and physical activity decisions to identify areas of intersection between these two behaviours and inform health promotion interventions targeting both diet and exercise.