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Initial assessment of the StepWatch Activity Monitorâ„¢ to measure walking activity in Rett syndromeIn girls and women with Rett syndrome, we assessed the accuracy of the StepWatch Activity Monitorâ„¢ and investigated relationships between daily step counts,...
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The relationship between MECP2 mutation type and health status and service use trajectories over time in a Rett syndrome populationThis study aimed to investigate the trajectories over time of health status and health service use in Rett syndrome by mutation...
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Management of oral and dental problems in Rett syndrome: a narrative review of the literatureReview of the available dental literature on assessment and management of the oral manifestations of Rett syndrome

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Research enriching the lives of girls with Rett syndromeA program developed by The Kids Research Institute Australia researcher Dr Jenny Downs has led to dramatic improvements in the functioning of Chinese children with Rett syndrome, and could change the world.

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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.
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
Our study investigated the quality of measurements obtained using the Rett Syndrome Gross Motor Scale.
We wanted to compare the frequency of fracture episodes, and factors associated with a fracture, in females with Rett syndrome, compared to general population.
Our study investigated the impacts of spinal fusion on survival and the risk of developing respiratory infections in females with Rett syndrome.