Research
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Research study gives insight into genetic causes of cancer
A new research study across Sydney Children’s Hospitals Network is helping clinicians to understand the role of inherited genes play in the development of childhood cancer.
The PREDICT study is being run across the Kids Cancer Centre (KCC) at Sydney Children’s Hospital, Randwick and the
Tuesday 14 September 2021 -
Tumour donation a silver lining after losing a child to cancer
Donating a child’s brain tumour has been found to help more than science, with Australian-first research discovering a positive emotional and therapeutic impact on parents following the devastating loss of a child from brain cancer.
Friday 10 September 2021 -
How our immune system reacts to COVID-19 variants
Scientists from Kids Research, SCHN have contributed to one of the world's most comprehensive studies of the body's immune response to COVID-19.Wednesday 7 July 2021 -
Gene therapy research a breakthrough for children with SMA
New research conducted by Sydney Children's Hospitals Network (SCHN) has found that gene therapy may provide an effective and life-changing treatment for children diagnosed with Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA), a devastating and fatal genetic condition.
Monday 28 June 2021 -
Genomic revolution "more than a dream" - top Ideas Grant awarded
Gene therapy has taken centre stage at this year's NHMRC Research Excellence Awards Dinner, with Professor Ian Alexander taking out the 2020 top-ranked Ideas Grant for his innovative genetic research project.
Thursday 17 June 2021