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