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The Kids researchers finalists in Premier’s Science AwardsThree 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 finalistTelethon 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.
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Video: Vinka Barunga joins The KidsVinka Barunga has made history by becoming the first Aboriginal doctor from Derby and she's also added The Kids researcher to her list of achievements.
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Maternal vaccination boosts battle against whooping coughThe Kids Research Institute Australia have welcomed the announcement by Health Minister Dr Kim Hames that whooping cough vaccination is to be provided free
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FASD resources for the justice systemResearchers at The Kids Research Institute Australia have developed a range of new resources to help lawyers, judicial officers and other justice professionals
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Professor Michael Good joins our BoardAt the Institute's Annual General Meeting on May 27, Professor Michael Good was elected to our Board of Directors.
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Improving the health and wellbeing of Aboriginal KidsThe Kids created history by surveying 1 in 6 indigenous children across the State and collecting information on just how this generation is travelling.
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Not just a breakfast programA good healthy breakfast is not just a vital foundation for a productive day but can lay the groundwork for a community to pull together to overhaul its health.
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Professor Andrew Whitehouse on ABC720Autism researcher Professor Andrew Whitehouse was on 720 ABC Perth yesterday taking questions on child health.
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The Kids Research Institute Australia researcher awarded support fundingA Kids Research Institute Australia researcher has been awarded $10,000 from the New Independent Researcher Infrastructure Support (NIRIS) award.