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