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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Professor Rich Masters
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Professor Peter Vuillermin
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Professor Nick Draper
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Dr Mark Oliver
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Dr Alexandra Wallace
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Professor Te Kani Kingi
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Dr Mariana Muelbert
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Distinguished Professor Margaret Brimble
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Dr Seini Taufa
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Professor Russell Snell
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Associate Professor Chris McKinlay
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Dr Dianne Sika-Paotonu
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Associate Professor Mhoyra Fraser
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Associate Professor Ehsan Vaghefi
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Associate Professor Simon Swift
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Associate Professor Nikki Moreland
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Dr Peter Choi
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Dr Sarah Fortune
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Dr Jacelyn Loh
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Dr Simerdeep Dhillon
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Dr Rosie Dobson
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Dr Andrew Wood
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Associate Professor Teuila Percival
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Professor Terryann Clark
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Emeritus Professor Ed Mitchell
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Mrs Nicky-Marie Kohere-Smiler
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Dr Jennifer Hollywood
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Dr Alison Leversha
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Associate Professor Catherine Byrnes
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Dr Anneka Anderson
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Professor John Everatt
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Dr Jennifer Knopp
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Professor Simon Malpas
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Dr Ben Albert
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Dr Manisha Sharma
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Associate Professor John Thompson
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Professor Andrew Day
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Professor Lynette Sadleir
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Professor Barbara Galland
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Dr Amber Young
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Dr Jiney Jose
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Emeritus Professor Sally Merry
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Dr Samantha Marsh
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Professor Trecia Wouldes
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Professor Stuart Dalziel
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Associate Professor Jo James
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Dr Angus Lindsay
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Associate Professor Laurens Manning
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Dr Amy Scott-Thomas
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Dr Nicola Ludin
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Dr Fiona Langridge
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Professor Cameron Grant
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Professor Leonie Pihama
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Associate Professor Alys Clark
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Associate Professor Martin De Bock
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Dr Rebecca Findlay
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Dr Hilary Sheppard
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Dr Teresa Gontijo de Castro
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Professor Boyd Swinburn
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Dr Joanne Choi
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Dr Jason Turuwhenua
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Ass Prof Laurie McLay
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Dr Nadia Mitchell
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Associate Professor Siouxsie Wiles
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Professor Frank Bloomfield
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Associate Professor Nigel Wilson
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Dr Rachel Brown
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Professor David Barker
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Dr Yvonne Anderson
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Professor Ian Morison
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Dr Guido Wassink
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Dr Lisa Pilkington
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Dr Julie Bennett
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Dr Christine McIntosh
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Mr Nicholas Bowden
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Associate Professor Sarah Hetrick
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Professor Stephen Robertson
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Professor Tony Walls
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Professor Greg O'Grady
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Dr Tanya Cully
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Dr Tania Cargo
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Professor Barry Taylor
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Distinguished Professor Linda Smith
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Dr Louise Bicknell
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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