19 August 2022

Immune cell model paves way for new treatments targeting common infection amongst immunocompromised children

Melbourne researchers have successfully engineered human immune cells to model an infection common among...

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17 August 2022

Maternal mental health and well-being profoundly impacted by COVID-19 pandemic

Maternal well-being has been profoundly impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic, with a third of women...

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06 August 2022

Immune boosting benefits of tuberculosis vaccine seen in infants more than a year after vaccination

The immune boosting benefits of a tuberculosis vaccine can be seen in infants more than one year...

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04 August 2022

Researcher recognised for contributions to multiculturalism in Victoria

Murdoch Children’s Research Institute researcher Dr Mohajer Hameed has been recognised for exceptional...

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02 August 2022

Our 2021 Annual Report – Celebrating 35 years of progress

It is our great pleasure to share with you the 2021 Murdoch Children’s Research Institute Annual Report....

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28 July 2022

Children sought for study into how to prevent sore throats

More than 1000 children are being sought for a study to learn more about sore throats and how best to...

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21 July 2022

Championing the vaccine cause in the Pacific

When it comes to vaccinations, Australians are prepared to roll up their sleeves.Australia is a...

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15 July 2022

Harnessing the capacity of a newborn’s heart

This article was first published in The Australian, written by Natasha Robinson. The Circle of Life:...

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11 July 2022

Scholarship to advance stem cell research

A Murdoch Children’s Research Institute early-career researcher has been awarded a scholarship for her...

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07 July 2022

Hospital readmissions for asthma on the rise among children

Hospital readmissions for asthma are increasing among children, according to a new study, highlighting the...

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05 July 2022

Sleep with Kip: Bedtime stories incorporate scientifically proven sleep strategies

The Murdoch Children’s Research Institute has today launched a range of six Sleep with Kip children’s...

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04 July 2022

Funding for research into treating a genetic disorder

Neurofibromatosis type 1 (NF1) is a genetic condition associated with the development of tumours in the...

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29 June 2022

One in three mothers experience partner abuse before their child turns ten

Content notice: This post contains information about violence and abuse.One in three Melbourne mothers...

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27 June 2022

Improving longer-term outcomes for premature babies with lung disease

Murdoch Children’s Research Institute researcher Associate Professor Brett Manley has been recognised for...

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24 June 2022

Queen’s Birthday Honour for former MCRI Board member

Former Murdoch Children’s Research Institute Board Chairman Leigh Clifford has been recognised for his...

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