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