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Improving the lives of kids with Type 1 Diabetes

Diabetes research got a huge boost when the WA Children’s Diabetes Research and Education Centre for Research Excellence opened late last year.

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The Kids researchers finalists in Premier’s Science Awards

Three outstanding The Kids Research Institute Australia researchers have been named finalists in the 2016 Premier's Science Awards

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Outstanding paediatrician and child health researcher named WA Australian of the Year finalist

Telethon Kids Institute researcher Dr James Fitzpatrick has been named a finalist in the WA Australian of the Year awards for his work to reduce FASD.

CDKL5 Publications

Publications from 2017 dating back to 2004 of CDKL5 researchers.

Our Research

We aim to share our research findings with families so that they may better understand Rett syndrome and the future for their family.

Parental perspectives on the communication abilities of their daughters with Rett syndrome

We interviewed 17 parents with a daughter with Rett syndrome to gain their perspectives on how their daughter communicates and barriers.

Clinical severity and X-chromosome inactivation

For this study, we examined how Rett syndrome characteristics can be affected by X-inactivation for 2 of the common types of mutation - p.R168X and p.T158M.

Feeding experiences and growth status in a Rett syndrome population

We set out to describe the feeding difficulties and nutrition of girls with Rett syndrome and to examine what factors may be influencing their nutrition.

Longitudinal hand function in Rett syndrome

Therefore, we used video data to examine changes in hand function over time. We also investigated what other factors might influence these changes.

Equipment to support physical activity

Discover a comprehensive guide on equipment designed to empower physical activity in children with Rett Syndrome, promoting their well-being and development.