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Murdoch Children’s Research Institute warmly congratulates Professors Melissa Little, George Patton and Martin Delatycki on their inclusion in the 2023 Australia Day Honours list. Murdoch Children’s Chief Scientist Professor Little was awarded a Companion of the Order of Australia (AC) for
Teenagers who use cannabis frequently were more likely to have children born preterm when they become parents up to 20 years later, according to a new study. The research, led by the Murdoch Children's Research Institute and the University of Bristol, found preconception parent daily cannabis use
Changes to food allergy guidelines have led to a 16 per cent decrease in peanut allergy among infants, according to a new study. The research, led by the Murdoch Children's Research Institute and to be presented at the American Academy of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology Virtual Annual Meeting this
A blood test can help predict which preterm babies will go onto develop chronic lung disease, allowing for earlier diagnosis and more targeted treatments, according to a new study. The research, led by Murdoch Children’s Research Institute (MCRI) and published in the American Journal of
Melbourne researchers have discovered a blood protein that could help detect which children will experience ongoing concussion symptoms more than two weeks after an injury. The research, led by Murdoch Children’s Research Institute (MCRI) and published in the Journal of Neurotrauma, found the
A resource designed for young adults with cerebral palsy, by young adults with cerebral palsy, their key supporters, allied health professionals, and researchers. To better support physical activity experiences at home or in the community.
RDNow initiative helps children who remain undiagnosed after genomic tests like exome sequencing (used to investigate complex health and developmental problems). This gives them the best chance of receiving a diagnosis and accessing the latest clinical trials and treatments. RDNow provides genomic
Cerebral palsy (CP) describes a group of disorders of movement and posture resulting from problems that occur early in life in the developing brain.
We host Masters research projects in laboratory, clinical and public health research groups. Across the Melbourne Children's Campus, the Institute in partnership with the University of Melbourne and the Royal Children's Hospital a number of programs.
Our story began in 1986 when paediatrician Professor David Danks established the original Murdoch Institute, with the support of Dame Elisabeth Murdoch, her family and others including the late Sir Jack Brockhoff and the Miller family.
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