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Churchill Fellow to explore how other countries get kids back to school

The Kids Research Institute Australia researcher Dr Kirsten Hancock will use a prestigious Churchill Fellowship to investigate how other countries handle school absenteeism.

The Kids ‘Tall Poppies’ rise above the rest

Three The Kids researchers have been named amongst WA’s most outstanding young scientists for their efforts to ensure kids around the country have the chance to lead happy and healthy lives.

R U OK Day: Top tips for responding to someone who isn’t ‘OK’

It’s important to ask, R U OK. If someone replies that they’re not, don’t panic – there are ways you can help.

New book gives voice to kids with DCD

Two The Kids Research Institute Australia researchers behind a new book featuring the voices of Kids with DCD.

Big data expert appointed Kerry M Stokes Chair of Child Health Research

An international leader in the analysis and mapping of big data sets to tackle disease has been appointed The Kerry M Stokes Chair of Child Health.

What life is like living with type 1 diabetes

Every decision a child with type 1 diabetes makes can impact on their blood glucose levels.

Iconic partnership to bolster parents in cyber safety battle

Bankwest and The Kids Research Institute Australia have announced a new partnership, bringing together two iconic Western Australian organisations to support parents in their cyber safety battle.

The Kids welcomes Australian Nobel Laureate for prestigious lecture

The Kids is delighted to have Australian Nobel Laureate and former Australian of the Year Professor Peter C Doherty AC deliver The Governor’s Lecture.

Help us build a new weapon in the fight against deadly flu

At just two years old, Lucy lost her fight against flu. With your generous help, we can finally beat influenza.

New app for parents develops kids’ essential life skills

A new app utilising ground breaking research into the early years will assist parents and carers develop their child’s life skills while going about their daily routines.