15 June 2021

Queen's Birthday Honours for Ms Suzi Carp and Professor Jane Halliday

Image credit: ABC NewsThe Institute warmly congratulates our previous Chairman, Ms Suzi Carp, our Group...

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15 June 2021

New project to bridge the equity gap in children’s health and development

A new project aims to determine the most effective policies across Australia to reduce inequities in...

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12 June 2021

MCRI researchers receive MRFF funding

The Medical Research Future Fund (MRFF) is a $20 billion long-term investment supporting Australian health...

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09 June 2021

BCG vaccine trial joins global race to better understand COVID-19 variants

An Australian-led study will investigate whether it's possible to predict who remains susceptible to...

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08 June 2021

PhD Research Scholarship Opportunities

Thinking of enrolling in a PhD? Looking to join a thriving international team of researchers, parents...

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04 June 2021

Measures limiting spread of COVID-19 led to decrease in kids being hospitalised for infections

Public health measures to limit the spread of COVID-19 led to a substantial decrease in children being...

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04 June 2021

National network of cardio-oncology hubs to be created

A national network of cardio-oncology hubs will be created after the Murdoch Children's Research Institute...

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27 May 2021

New stem cell research guidelines

International guidelines governing stem cell research have been updated including new review processes for...

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26 May 2021

China makes remarkable gains in maternal and child survival rates

China has made remarkable gains in reducing the number of women who die during childbirth and boosting...

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20 May 2021

Victorian budget invests in the health of Generation Victoria

The Murdoch Children's Research Institute welcomes the additional funding commitment from the Victorian...

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14 May 2021

Project aiming to prevent tooth decay in children awarded federal grant

A Murdoch Children's Research Institute (MCRI) led project that aims to reduce tooth decay by developing a...

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10 May 2021

New Strep A human challenge model paves the way to test vaccines against the common deadly bacteria

Melbourne researchers have successfully developed a new Strep A human challenge model, paving the way to...

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06 May 2021

An early night can reduce a child’s weight just as much as exercise

Getting extra sleep can reduce a child's weight just as well as exercise, according to a new study.The...

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30 April 2021

A third of kids develop a mental health problem after concussion

A third of children and adolescents develop a mental health problem after a concussion, which could persist...

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22 April 2021

Research into the effects of COVID-19 on different organs receives funding boost

A study into the effects of COVID-19 on different organs has received a State Government funding boost to...

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