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