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Sub-projects

As well as ORIGINS long-term core research, there are a number of clinical trials, early interventions and shorter-term research studies that sit within ORIGINS. Known as sub-projects, these studies look at multiple aspects of child and family health and development.

The Mast Cell Study

Comparing how mast cells are “programmed” in allergic and non-allergic children at one year of age.

Happy Parenting Program

The Happy Parenting Program is investigating new ways to provide support to parents with young children from an early age.

The Dental Screening Study

Assessing a dental photographic method as an alternative dental screening method.

The PrEggNut Study

Does the amount of eggs and peanuts a mother eats during pregnancy and breastfeeding have an influence on whether her baby will develop an egg or peanut food allergy?

Power of Our Lungs

Discover resources and science activities for kids for the topic 'Power of Our Lungs'.

Science at Home: Make your own microbiome!

Make your very own unique microbiome using a range of textured items designed to be squeezed and squished.

News & Events

Research to explore promising new RSV treatment supported by innovation seed funding

Researchers from the Wal-yan Respiratory Research Centre are collaborating with Virex Pharma to undertake vital research into a potential breakthrough treatment for RSV infections in young children, thanks to a $499,241 grant awarded by the WA Department of Health Innovation Seed Fund.

News & Events

New trial aims to nip chronic lung disease in the bud for First Nations kids

WA researchers will use a $1.97 million Medical Research Future Fund grant to develop a strategy for better follow-up of First Nations children after they’ve been hospitalised for respiratory infections, in a bid to halt the slide into more severe lung disease.