Big research for little lives.
We raise funds to support big research so big breakthroughs in child health can happen.
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$60M
Of world-class research funded -
700+
Research projects completed -
51yrs
Of proven results
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$60M
Of world-class research funded -
700+
Research projects completed -
51yrs
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
66 active projects, 70 phenomenal researchers
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Professor Ian Morison
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Associate Professor Alys Clark
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Associate Professor Teuila Percival
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Professor Greg O'Grady
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Associate Professor Jo James
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Professor Cameron Grant
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Mr Nicholas Bowden
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Emeritus Professor Sally Merry
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Dr Sarah Fortune
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Dr Julie Bennett
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Dr Yvonne Anderson
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Emeritus Professor Ed Mitchell
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Professor David Barker
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Dr Lisa Pilkington
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Professor Frank Bloomfield
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Professor Russell Snell
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Associate Professor Simon Swift
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Dr Manisha Sharma
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Professor Stephen Robertson
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Dr Dianne Sika-Paotonu
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Associate Professor Sarah Hetrick
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Dr Rebecca Findlay
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Dr Fiona Langridge
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Mrs Nicky-Marie Kohere-Smiler
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Dr Jason Turuwhenua
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Dr Samantha Marsh
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Associate Professor Nikki Moreland
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Dr Andrew Wood
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Professor Simon Malpas
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Associate Professor Mhoyra Fraser
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Professor Te Kani Kingi
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Professor Leonie Pihama
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Dr Mairin Taylor
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Dr Nicola Ludin
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Dr Hilary Sheppard
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Ass Prof Laurie McLay
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Professor Boyd Swinburn
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Dr Jacelyn Loh
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Dr Christine McIntosh
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Dr Rosie Dobson
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Professor Trecia Wouldes
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Dr Jennifer Knopp
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Distinguished Professor Margaret Brimble
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Dr Jennifer Hollywood
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Professor Rich Masters
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Professor Stuart Dalziel
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Professor Andrew Day
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Professor Barbara Galland
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Associate Professor Siouxsie Wiles
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Professor John Everatt
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Associate Professor Chris McKinlay
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Dr Joanne Choi
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Associate Professor Catherine Byrnes
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Associate Professor Ehsan Vaghefi
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Dr Louise Bicknell
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Dr Alexandra Wallace
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Professor Lynette Sadleir
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Dr Alison Leversha
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Dr Teresa Gontijo de Castro
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Dr Jiney Jose
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Dr Amy Scott-Thomas
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Professor Tony Walls
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Associate Professor Nigel Wilson
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Dr Ben Albert
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Dr Mark Oliver
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Dr Guido Wassink
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Professor Terryann Clark
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Dr Anneka Anderson
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Professor Barry Taylor
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Dr Tanya Cully
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Development of tumour specific therapy for treating paediatric high-grade gliomasAwarded 490,075Childhood Cancers
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Develop an anti-inflammatory medicationAwarded $497,562Rheumatic Heart Disease
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A high-dose subcutaneous infusion of penicillinAwarded $599,870Rheumatic Heart Disease
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Develop a safe and long-lasting antibioticAwarded $599,456Rheumatic Heart Disease
Our latest updates
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Cure Kids Red Nose Day to raise funds for life-saving research24 July 2023
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Report reveals preventable hospitalisations of children are rising21 July 2023
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Cure Kids and Prezzy Card Join Forces to Support Kiwi Children's Health10 July 2023
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Child health inequity and high-burden diseases worsening10 May 2023