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Putting malaria on the MAP

The Kids Research Institute Australia is at the forefront of a global effort to track and prevent malaria – one of the world’s leading causes of disease and child deaths, particularly in developing countries.

Rainbow roadmap a source of Indigenous pride

Alarming statistics laying bare the social emotional wellbeing and mental health challenges facing Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander LGBTQA+ youth are driving a multi-partner program to provide them with greater support.

Shopping for data to drive discoveries

What if researchers could shop for different data to help uncover how, when and why chronic conditions such as asthma, obesity, allergies and poor mental health develop?

The Kids Research Institute Australia

At The Kids, our vision is simple - happy healthy kids. Our goal is to make a real difference in our community to benefit children and families everywhere. Our values underpin the way we work and make decisions: collaboration, courage, evidence, respect.

Animals in Research

We unite experts and communities to improve child health through research that has impact, using animals only when no other methods are suitable. We are also a signatory to the ANZCCART Animals in Research Openness Agreement.

Flow Facility

Flow cytometry is a technology used to measure complex cell phenotype and functions. Our Flow Facility is equipped with 3 flow cytometers/analysers, one...

Expertise and technologies

The Kids has a range of specialised expertise, tools, platforms and technology to undertake cutting-edge science.

The immortal legacy of Jette Ford

The Institute farewelled one of its most treasured employees this year, as The Kids Cancer Centre research officer Jette Ford closed the door on a quietly stellar 37-year career which has helped to change the face of cancer research in WA and around the world.