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  Scott Dad of two, Riley and Georgia. Project community member.            Any contribution I can make through community involvement at the

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  Nam-Anh Mum of two, Evelyn and Nicolas. Trial participant, project community member.          I want to teach my children what it means to be part

Rapid Strep A testing unlocks missed infections, offering new path to prevent rheumatic fever

New research has revealed that molecular point-of-care testing (POCT) can significantly improve detection of Group A Streptococcal (Strep A) pharyngitis compared to laboratory culture – particularly in remote communities, where results can take up to seven days – unlocking a major opportunity to prevent rheumatic

Grants back bold research endeavours

Congratulations to Alec Truswell, Tamara Veselinović, Anastasia Phillips, and Wenna Lee for being awarded Seed Funding through the Wesfarmers Centre of Vaccines & Infectious Diseases, each valued at up to $25,000, and to Sonia McAlister, the recipient of the 2026 Riley Hughes Memorial Award in Pertussis Research.

New digital tool shows how smarter streets could get more kids walking and riding to school

A powerful new digital modelling tool is helping tackle an emerging challenge in children’s health – the dramatic decline in walking and cycling to school.

New mission to scour water and land of the Goldfields in antibiotic-resistant superbugs fight

Scientists at The Kids Research Institute Australia are taking their fight against antibiotic- resistant superbugs to the Goldfields working alongside local Indigenous communities and councils.

Tracking the impact of early treatment in young children with cystic fibrosis

For decades, cystic fibrosis (CF) meant a life shaped by daily treatments, frequent hospitalisations, and an uncertain future. The arrival of CFTR modulators has changed that picture dramatically, and researchers at the Wal-yan Respiratory Research Centre now want to understand the bigger picture.

Nickolai’s bracelets of hope raise $10,000 for brain tumour research

From a handful of handmade bracelets to a fundraising milestone with life-changing impact, Nickolai’s journey is one defined by resilience, generosity, and hope.

The Kids STEM Festival returns to Kalgoorlie to ignite curiosity

The Kids Research Institute Australia is returning to Kalgoorlie on 20 and 21 May 2026 to host its second STEM Festival and set off a chain-reaction of fun, with two idea-fuelled days of activities planned for local children and families

New needle-free flu vaccine aims for major lift in uptake rates

Researchers at The Kids Research Institute Australia hope an Australian-first nasal spray vaccine for two to 11-year-olds will boost flu vaccination this winter.