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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Associate Professor Nikki Moreland
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Dr Dianne Sika-Paotonu
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Professor Barry Taylor
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Dr Seini Taufa
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Professor David Barker
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Dr Mairin Taylor
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Dr Yvonne Anderson
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Professor Lynette Sadleir
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Dr Amy Scott-Thomas
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Dr Louise Bicknell
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Professor Frank Bloomfield
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Dr Guido Wassink
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Professor Terryann Clark
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Professor Russell Snell
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Professor Stuart Dalziel
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Dr Jason Turuwhenua
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Dr Christine McIntosh
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Professor Trecia Wouldes
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Associate Professor Nigel Wilson
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Professor Simon Malpas
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Ass Prof Laurie McLay
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Professor Tony Walls
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Dr Sarah Fortune
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Distinguished Professor Linda Smith
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Mrs Nicky-Marie Kohere-Smiler
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Associate Professor Chris McKinlay
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Dr Julie Bennett
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Emeritus Professor Sally Merry
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Associate Professor Mhoyra Fraser
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Dr Jiney Jose
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Dr Jacelyn Loh
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Dr Tania Cargo
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Associate Professor Laurens Manning
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Dr Samantha Marsh
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Distinguished Professor Margaret Brimble
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Dr Amber Young
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Professor Stephen Robertson
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Dr Nicola Ludin
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Dr Alison Leversha
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Associate Professor Alys Clark
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Associate Professor Teuila Percival
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Professor Peter Vuillermin
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Dr Rebecca Findlay
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Professor John Everatt
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Professor Boyd Swinburn
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Dr Tanya Cully
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Dr Mariana Muelbert
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Professor Leonie Pihama
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Associate Professor Siouxsie Wiles
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Dr Joanne Choi
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Professor Greg O'Grady
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Professor Rich Masters
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Dr Teresa Gontijo de Castro
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Dr Jennifer Knopp
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Associate Professor Jo James
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Mr Nicholas Bowden
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Associate Professor Martin De Bock
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Professor Andrew Day
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Dr Simerdeep Dhillon
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Dr Andrew Wood
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Dr Angus Lindsay
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Associate Professor Ehsan Vaghefi
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Associate Professor Sarah Hetrick
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Professor Cameron Grant
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Professor Ian Morison
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Dr Rachel Brown
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Professor Te Kani Kingi
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Dr Hilary Sheppard
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Dr Ben Albert
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Emeritus Professor Ed Mitchell
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Associate Professor Catherine Byrnes
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Dr Jennifer Hollywood
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Dr Anneka Anderson
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Professor Barbara Galland
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Dr Rosie Dobson
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Dr Lisa Pilkington
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Dr Peter Choi
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Professor Nick Draper
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Associate Professor Simon Swift
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Dr Nadia Mitchell
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Dr Mark Oliver
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Associate Professor John Thompson
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Dr Manisha Sharma
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Dr Alexandra Wallace
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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 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
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Cure Kids Red Nose Day to raise funds for life-saving research24 July 2023