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