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FAQs

Want to know how to be involved with WAERP? Or how long the project is running for? View our Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) for answers to these questions and more.

Research Team

The Australian Epithelial Research Program (WAERP) comprises of several parties, including our Chief Investigators, Compliance, Scientific and Clinical Teams, and our Student group.

Respiratory Research Teams

The Wal-yan Respiratory Research Centre is made up of multi-disciplinary teams that are committed to improving the lives of children and their families living with respiratory disease.

CDKL5 Publications

Publications from 2017 dating back to 2004 of CDKL5 researchers.

Our Research

We aim to share our research findings with families so that they may better understand Rett syndrome and the future for their family.

Parental perspectives on the communication abilities of their daughters with Rett syndrome

We interviewed 17 parents with a daughter with Rett syndrome to gain their perspectives on how their daughter communicates and barriers.

Clinical severity and X-chromosome inactivation

For this study, we examined how Rett syndrome characteristics can be affected by X-inactivation for 2 of the common types of mutation - p.R168X and p.T158M.

Feeding experiences and growth status in a Rett syndrome population

We set out to describe the feeding difficulties and nutrition of girls with Rett syndrome and to examine what factors may be influencing their nutrition.

Longitudinal hand function in Rett syndrome

Therefore, we used video data to examine changes in hand function over time. We also investigated what other factors might influence these changes.

Equipment to support physical activity

Discover a comprehensive guide on equipment designed to empower physical activity in children with Rett Syndrome, promoting their well-being and development.