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The immune boosting benefits of a tuberculosis vaccine can be seen in infants more than one year after vaccination, according to a new study. The research, led by the Murdoch Children’s Research Institute (MCRI) and published in Science Advances, has shown how the BCG vaccine, developed to
Murdoch Children’s Research Institute researcher Dr Mohajer Hameed has been recognised for exceptional and lasting contributions to multiculturalism in Victoria. Dr Hameed was one of 29 people inducted into the inaugural Victorian Multicultural Honour Roll, which aims to reward local champions
It is our great pleasure to share with you the 2021 Murdoch Children’s Research Institute Annual Report. We hope you enjoy reading about the remarkable achievements that were made possible thanks to our valued supporters and partners. Last year we celebrated 35 years since the Murdoch
More than 1000 children are being sought for a study to learn more about sore throats and how best to prevent them. The STAMPS study, led by Australian Strep A Vaccine Initiative (ASAVI) partners the Murdoch Children’s Research Institute and the Telethon Kids Institute, is recruiting 1050
This project aims to develop and pilot an intervention to improve the mental health and wellbeing of young people during the transition from primary to secondary school.
When it comes to vaccinations, Australians are prepared to roll up their sleeves.Australia is a health-literate nation with some of the highest immunisation rates in the world. But in countries where vaccine rates, resources, and confidence are low, it’s a challenge to inoculate the masses. To
Skeletal muscle is essential at enabling us to move, eat and breathe. Individual genes can influence muscle strength and lead to muscular diseases.
Neurodegenerative disorders are a range of conditions that mainly affect neurons (nerve cells) in the brain. They are progressive so they get worse over time.
Speaking, reading and writing are vital for communicating, learning, participating and socialising. Exposure in infancy to talking, reading and singing lays the foundation for life.
Good mental health is important for a child’s overall wellbeing, including their physical, educational, social, emotional and cognitive (thinking, reasoning and learning) development.
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