The Kids Research Institute Australia

27/03/2026

⏰ Last chance to write your Will for FREE!

After a childhood shaped by hospital stays and a later diagnosis of a rare condition, Shannae Terrill understands the life-changing impact of medical research. That’s why she is choosing to give back with a gift in her Will.

There are only 3 days left to access our limited-time Safewill offer.

Write your Will online at no cost (normally valued at $160) until 30 March.

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Shannae is now encouraging others to follow her lead and write their Will online 🎬 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9o2QhVmVRuE

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27/03/2026

Congratulations to autism researcher, Professor Mirko Uljarević, who joins The Kids as a Future Health Research and Innovation (FHRI) Fund Fellow.

Professor Uljarević, who comes to The Kids and The University of Western Australia from Stanford University in California, is a medically-trained researcher working at the intersection of clinical and big data science to improve outcomes for autistic individuals.

Supported by the State Government and the Stan Perron Charitable Foundation, this fellowship aims to transform how autism – a neurodevelopmental condition affecting three per cent of Australians – is conceptualised, researched, and clinically supported.

Professor Uljarević’s work will focus on transforming the clinical pathway for autistic children using big data to improve outcomes.

Welcome to The Kids, Professor Uljarević! ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀

Read more 🔗 https://shorturl.at/qM8XZ

26/03/2026

It was such a joy to bring science to life with the students from Maddington Education Support Centre yesterday.

Through hands-on activities and interactive learning, the students explored how the digestive system works and the important role each part plays in keeping our bodies healthy.

Our Schools Program is designed to spark curiosity and connect classroom learning with real-world medical research through engaging, hands-on experiences led by real researchers.

If you think your kids would enjoy a similar experience, encourage their school to make an incursion or excursion booking enquiry today 👉 https://www.thekids.org.au/information-for/schools/

25/03/2026

From 13–17 April, we’re teaming up with Scitech to bring you a brand‑new lineup of hands‑on science workshops your kids will absolutely love – plus the chance to meet the team from The Kids Research Institute Australia!

Get ready for messy experiments, mind‑blowing discoveries, and plenty of “Whoa – how does that work?” moments.

What’s on?

💩 Poo & You – A fun, sticky dive into the digestive system.
🩸 Blood Buddies – Explore the world inside your veins with hands‑on activities.
❤️ Pump It Up – Make a working heart model and test your pulse like a scientist.
⚡ Electrifying Neurons – Discover how your brain sends messages with a playdough circuit.

Plus, more...

Perfect for curious young scientists aged 5–13 – fun, educational, and unforgettable.

🎟️ Book now – https://shorturl.at/mtwf3

Spots are limited and filling quickly – don’t miss out!

24/03/2026

🚪 Step through 35 years of groundbreaking discoveries at The Kids Research Institute Australia.

Our Behind the Breakthrough exhibition has landed just at Warwick Grove Shopping Centre, and it’s not your average display.

Wander through eight interactive doors showcasing some of our researchers’ biggest discoveries, spanning type 1 diabetes, autism, childhood cancer, RSV, rare diseases and First Nations children’s health.

It’s free, interactive and on display until April 20

If you’re nearby, don’t miss it!

23/03/2026

A simple text could help protect your child.

Nine News last night highlighted a study from the Wesfarmers Centre of Vaccines and Infectious Diseases – based at The Kids – which showed that SMS reminders can help more kids get their vaccines on time.

That means better protection against illnesses like whooping cough and measles—all from a quick text message.

The study shows how something small can make a big difference for families.

🔗 Learn more about the AuTOMATIC Trial: https://www.thekids.org.au/news--events/news-and-events-nav/2026/february/simple-sms-nudge-a-powerful-prompt/

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20/03/2026

As Neurodiversity Celebration Week comes to a close, we’re shining a light on new research led by Dr Thom Nevill.

Exploring how families across WA access a diagnosis for Specific Learning Disorders, the study has drawn on interviews with parents and young people to uncover:

🔍 Unclear pathways
💸 Cost and waitlist barriers
🏫 Inconsistent support

It also highlights the powerful impact a diagnosis can have in helping young people to better understand themselves and access the support they need.

👉 Learn more about the study and its preliminary findings: https://shorturl.at/YGEoG

20/03/2026

In case you missed it 👇

New research from The Kids Research Institute Australia, Curtin University and The Australian National University suggests rising CO₂ levels may already be influencing human biology.

By analysing more than 20 years of U.S. data, researchers found increases in a blood marker linked to CO₂ – with modelling indicating levels could reach the upper end of today’s healthy range within the next 50 years.

🎥 Associate Professor Alex Larcombe spoke to about the findings.

Wal-yan Respiratory Research Centre

Rising carbon dioxide levels are heating the planet but may also have an alarming, invisible impact on the human body, according to new research.

16/03/2026

As a child, Shannae Terrill spent countless hours at Princess Margaret Hospital for Children, undergoing more than 20 surgeries after being born without fully formed eardrums. Years later, her family received another life-changing diagnosis: Loeys-Dietz Syndrome.

Those experiences shaped Shannae’s deep appreciation for the power of research. Today, she is helping create hope for future generations by supporting the work of The Kids Research Institute Australia through a gift in her Will.

Write your Will online today 👉 shorturl.at/Ak9qT

11/03/2026

FREE Wills Fortnight returns 16 March

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As Shannae, a bequest supporter who received life-changing treatment as a child, shared:
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10/03/2026

Registrations are now open for CliniKids’ latest free autism webinar ➡️ Assessing children's functional strengths and support needs: An individualised approach

Join Professor David Trembath (Head of Autism Research, Senior Principal Research Fellow, CliniKids) and Rachelle Wicks (Research Fellow, Clinikids) for an insightful discussion.

🗓 Tuesday, 17 March
⏰ 5.00pm to 6.00pm (AWST)

CliniKids webinars draw on the latest autism research and are designed for professionals working with autistic children and families, as well as parents and family members.

Register to receive:
✔️ The live webinar link
✔️ Access to the Q&A session
✔️ A recording after the event

🔗 Register now: https://shorturl.at/JrtGd

08/03/2026

This International Women’s Day, we’re celebrating research that is making a real difference in the lives of girls and women.

💻 Understanding and preventing online abuse in regional communities
🤱 Supporting new mums with practical mental health skills
🎙️ Amplifying women’s wellbeing through our podcast, Embracing the Mind

At The Kids, we’re committed to creating a world where girls and women are safe, supported and empowered.

Learn more about these projects here 👉 https://shorturl.at/OcEFV