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, 77 phenomenal researchers
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Professor Trecia Wouldes
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Associate Professor Chris McKinlay
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Associate Professor Simon Swift
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Associate Professor Teuila Percival
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Dr Andrew Wood
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Dr Jiney Jose
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Professor Barry Taylor
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Dr Alison Leversha
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Emeritus Professor Sally Merry
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Professor Greg O'Grady
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Dr Amber Young
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Professor Ian Morison
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Dr Yvonne Anderson
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Dr Mairin Taylor
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Professor Barbara Galland
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Dr Teresa Gontijo de Castro
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Associate Professor Jo James
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Dr Jennifer Knopp
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Dr Christine McIntosh
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Associate Professor Sarah Hetrick
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Dr Anneka Anderson
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Dr Manisha Sharma
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Dr Peter Choi
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Associate Professor Alys Clark
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Associate Professor Siouxsie Wiles
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Dr Rachel Brown
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Professor Boyd Swinburn
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Professor Terryann Clark
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Professor Leonie Pihama
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Dr Amy Scott-Thomas
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Dr Fiona Langridge
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Professor Cameron Grant
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Dr Julie Bennett
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Dr Joanne Choi
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Dr Guido Wassink
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Dr Samantha Marsh
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Dr Jason Turuwhenua
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Dr Ben Albert
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Associate Professor Mhoyra Fraser
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Professor Te Kani Kingi
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Dr Tanya Cully
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Dr Alexandra Wallace
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Professor Frank Bloomfield
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Professor David Barker
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Dr Jacelyn Loh
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Dr Rebecca Findlay
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Dr Tania Cargo
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Dr Nicola Ludin
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Dr Hilary Sheppard
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Professor Andrew Day
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Dr Rosie Dobson
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Dr Louise Bicknell
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Professor Simon Malpas
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Dr Lisa Pilkington
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Ass Prof Laurie McLay
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Dr Dianne Sika-Paotonu
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Mrs Nicky-Marie Kohere-Smiler
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Mr Nicholas Bowden
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Professor Stuart Dalziel
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Distinguished Professor Margaret Brimble
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Dr Seini Taufa
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Dr Sarah Fortune
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Emeritus Professor Ed Mitchell
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Associate Professor Nikki Moreland
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Associate Professor Nigel Wilson
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Professor John Everatt
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Professor Stephen Robertson
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Associate Professor Laurens Manning
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Professor Lynette Sadleir
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Professor Peter Vuillermin
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Dr Mark Oliver
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Associate Professor Ehsan Vaghefi
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Professor Russell Snell
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Dr Jennifer Hollywood
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Associate Professor Catherine Byrnes
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Professor Rich Masters
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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 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
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Report reveals preventable hospitalisations of children are rising21 July 2023