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Perth researchers awarded $6m national grant to establish WA Centre for Cell and Genome Engineering

Professor Ryan Lister and Associate Professor Timo Lassmann are celebrating their success in being awarded $6M in the Medical Research Future Fund 2026 National Critical Research Infrastructure (MRFF NCRI) scheme.

Significant grant positions The Kids at forefront of global malaria vaccine race

A USD $3.25 million international grant will see researchers from The Kids Research Institute Australia and The University of Western Australia play a pivotal role in accelerating the development of next-generation malaria vaccines, helping protect children from one of the world's deadliest infectious diseases.

Six finalists cement The Kids' research excellence in milestone Premier's Science Awards

Six scientists from The Kids Research Institute Australia have been named finalists across four categories in the 2026 Premier's Science Awards.

Catalyst Grants drive promising projects forward

Three emerging research projects advancing the Wesfarmers Centre of Vaccines & Infectious Diseases' (WCVID) flagship research priorities have this week received a major funding boost through the latest WCVID Catalyst Grants.

Childhood cancer researcher named Researcher of the Year

A leading WA cancer researcher has been named the Cure Cancer 2026 Researcher of the Year for his groundbreaking work in paediatric leukaemia.

Taking prebiotics during pregnancy could protect babies from antibiotic-linked food allergies

New research from The Kids Research Institute Australia suggests a simple dietary intervention during pregnancy could help protect against the increased risk of food allergies associated with antibiotics taken before birth.