Big research for little lives.
We raise funds to support big research so big breakthroughs in child health can happen.
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$65M
Of world-class research funded -
700+
Research projects completed -
53yrs
Of proven results
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$65M
Of world-class research funded -
700+
Research projects completed -
53yrs
Of proven results
Big Research
We are currently supporting over $19 million of child health research projects.
Learn morePreterm Health
Childhood Cancers
Maternal and Infant Conditions
Rheumatic Heart Disease
Childhood Development and Learning Difficulties
Neurological and Neurodevelopmental Disorders
Obesity, Growth Disorders & Nutrition
Mental Health and Wellbeing
Oral and Dental Disease
Genetic Conditions and Rare Disorders
Respiratory Conditions
Infectious Disease
Gastrointestinal Conditions
Big Breakthroughs
Research projects with significant & life-changing breakthroughs in child health.
Treatment for a rare disorder – Batten Disease
We contributed to a series of studies that led to the discovery of a gene therapy for Batten Disease, which is now in human clinical trials in the USA.
Discovery of some of the genes which causes epilepsy
We funded research to identify some of the genes that cause epilepsy, enabling more targeted treatments and care.
Digital tools to help children and adolescents better manage their mental health
We funded research to investigate the causes of mental health conditions in young people, and to develop an online tool to combat depression and anxiety.
Demonstration that babies born at 23–24 weeks can survive
Cure Kids funded a study that provided evidence that babies born prematurely at 23-24 weeks can survive and thrive.
Proof that sleeping position can reduce stillbirths by 50%
A study investigating the causes of stillbirth led to new advice for pregnant mothers on the safest sleeping position, reducing the risk of stillbirth by 50%.
Prevention of 200 sudden unexpected deaths in infancy every year
We funded a series of studies on risk factors for SUDI, leading to advice that has prevented at least 200 deaths every year, and many more around the world.
Generation of full-thickness human skin in a lab
In 2012, Professor Rod Dunbar engineered full-thickness human skin in the laboratory using the patient’s own skin cells to enable skin repair after burns.
Invention of a patented car-seat insert
A study on the cause of unexpected deaths of babies in car seats led to the invention of an insert that helps maintain breathing and improve safety.
Diagnostic test to enable treatment for cystic fibrosis at birth
Sir Bob Elliott identified a blood test (newborn heel-prick) to diagnose cystic fibrosis at birth, enabling earlier treatment and increasing life expectancy.
Innovative treatment for infants with brain injury
Cure Kids funding led to the development of a cap to cool babies’ heads to limit or reverse brain injury in at-risk babies.
Our research in action
60 active projects, 85 phenomenal researchers
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Dr Guido Wassink
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Professor John Everatt
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Mr Nicholas Bowden
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Associate Professor Catherine Byrnes
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Associate Professor Chris McKinlay
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Ass Prof Laurie McLay
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Professor Barbara Galland
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Professor Leonie Pihama
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Dr Jacelyn Loh
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Professor Andrew Day
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Professor Simon Malpas
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Professor Russell Snell
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Dr Nicola Ludin
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Professor Barry Taylor
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Dr Peter Choi
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Emeritus Professor Ed Mitchell
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Dr Mark Oliver
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Dr Alexandra Wallace
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Dr Amy Scott-Thomas
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Dr Jason Turuwhenua
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Professor Lynette Sadleir
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Dr Fiona Langridge
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Dr Sarah Fortune
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Dr Mariana Muelbert
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Dr Mairin Taylor
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Associate Professor Teuila Percival
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Associate Professor Jo James
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Professor Frank Bloomfield
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Distinguished Professor Linda Smith
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Mrs Nicky-Marie Kohere-Smiler
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Associate Professor Simon Swift
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Dr Tanya Cully
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Dr Andrew Wood
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Associate Professor Sarah Hetrick
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Professor Tony Walls
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Associate Professor John Thompson
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Professor Terryann Clark
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Dr Rebecca Findlay
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Dr Tania Cargo
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Associate Professor Nikki Moreland
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Dr Rosie Dobson
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Dr Louise Bicknell
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Associate Professor Ehsan Vaghefi
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Dr Nadia Mitchell
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Associate Professor Nigel Wilson
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Dr Joanne Choi
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Professor Nick Draper
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Dr Lisa Pilkington
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Associate Professor Laurens Manning
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Dr Simerdeep Dhillon
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Dr Rachel Brown
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Dr Amber Young
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Professor Boyd Swinburn
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Professor Stuart Dalziel
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Associate Professor Mhoyra Fraser
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Dr Julie Bennett
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Professor Te Kani Kingi
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Dr Angus Lindsay
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Dr Jennifer Knopp
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Associate Professor Martin De Bock
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Dr Jiney Jose
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Dr Samantha Marsh
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Emeritus Professor Sally Merry
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Professor Rich Masters
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Dr Hilary Sheppard
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Dr Christine McIntosh
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Dr Manisha Sharma
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Associate Professor Siouxsie Wiles
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Professor David Barker
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Dr Alison Leversha
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Dr Anneka Anderson
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Professor Trecia Wouldes
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Dr Seini Taufa
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Dr Yvonne Anderson
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Professor Stephen Robertson
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Dr Dianne Sika-Paotonu
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Professor Ian Morison
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Associate Professor Alys Clark
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Professor Cameron Grant
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Dr Jennifer Hollywood
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Dr Ben Albert
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Distinguished Professor Margaret Brimble
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Dr Teresa Gontijo de Castro
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Professor Peter Vuillermin
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Understanding reduced fetal movements in late pregnancy to reduce the risk of stillbirthAwarded $124,771Maternal and Infant Conditions
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Trialing a treatment for Duchenne muscular dystrophyAwarded $119,932Genetic Conditions and Rare Disorders
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Helping the development of gene therapy for all forms of Batten diseaseAwarded $81,080Genetic Conditions and Rare Disorders
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Investigating the impact of antenatal steroids on infant wellbeing and lactationAwarded $93,637Maternal and Infant Conditions
Our latest updates
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Cure Kids Receives a $100,000 Boost from The a2 Milk Company to Advance Child Health Research18 April 2024
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Cure Kids announces funding for eight new projects28 February 2024
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Cure Kids and Wet & Forget Join Forces to Support Kiwi Children's Health20 November 2023
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Cure Kids Announces the Appointment of Reuben Tucker to the Board06 October 2023