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Inspiring stories about the scientists, supporters and families united against childhood cancer.
- Research News
Behind the science: Dr Joost Lesterhuis
29/01/2020
Exploring an exciting new treatment for soft tissue sarcoma in children, but time is of the essence as the team have a goal to get it to the bedside for clinical trials within the next three years.
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Behind the science: Professor John Heath
24/06/2019
Up until two years ago, seriously ill Tasmanian children like Macy were forced to travel to the mainland to take part in clinical trials. Then Associate Professor John Heath decided enough was enough.
- Research News
Behind the science: Dr Geoff McCowage
20/06/2019
After more than a decade of research, this senior paediatric oncologist is closing in on innovative tumour treatment that stands to help kids with leukaemia too.
- Research News
In Focus: Murdoch Children's Research Institute
04/11/2018
Learn more about the institutes we support through our In Focus series.
- Research News
In Focus: Garvan Institute of Medical Research
20/10/2018
Learn more about the institutes we support through our In Focus series.
- Research News
In Focus: The Children’s Hospital at Westmead
16/09/2018
Learn more about the institutes we support through our In Focus series.
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In Focus: QIMR Berghofer Medical Research Institute
13/09/2018
Learn more about the institutes we support through our In Focus series.
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In Focus: Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre
12/09/2018
Learn more about the institutes we support through our In Focus series.
- News
13 facts about kids’ cancer
31/07/2018
Hundreds of thousands are diagnosed globally each year. Here’s what you need to know.
- Research News
New hope for children's brain cancer
23/05/2018
New drug therapy to be presented at international medical conferences.
- Community
11 tips to make your Write a Book in a Day a success
14/05/2018
Teacher shares what he learned makes for a great writing day.
- News
Neuroblastoma National Awareness Day
02/02/2016
Neuroblastoma National Awareness Day is the 2nd of February each year and The Kids’ Cancer Project is proud to partner with Neuroblastoma Australia to promote awareness and research into this devastating childhood cancer.
Nourishing The Fighter for The Kids' Cancer Project
Leila Davies, inspiring mother and author, is taking on a huge challenge in aid of The Kids’ Cancer Project, walking from Victor Harbor to Melbourne starting June 1st 2024. We had the honour of chatting to Leila to learn more about her story and why she has chosen to fundraise for kids’ cancer research.
July is Sarcoma Awareness Month and The Kids’ Cancer Project is partnering with like-minded organisations to fund pioneering sarcoma research.
July is Sarcoma Awareness Month and The Kids’ Cancer Project is partnering with like-minded organisations to fund pioneering sarcoma research.
Sarcoma is a rare cancer of the bone and tissue. For over three decades research into this disease which primarily affects young people aged 15 to 24, remained at a stalemate.
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Cardio-oncology network to be created nationally
15/06/2021
In an exciting development, a national network of cardio-oncology hubs is set to be created.
Behind the Science: Professor David Thomas
24/06/2021
This oncologist and researcher shares the motivations behind his significant work in the development of AYA oncology.
New therapy shows promise in future treatment
17/06/2021
A preclinical study has found multiple myeloma is highly sensitive to a newly developed experimental therapy.
Science | It’s life or death for a child
20/06/2021
For children diagnosed with brain cancer, says ‘mumcologist’ Marion Corbett, research offers the only hope.
The Kids’ Cancer Project launch signature event
23/06/2021
The Better Challenge is a new fundraising campaign to raise funds and awareness for childhood cancer research.
Case study | Attcall Civil Contractors
28/06/2021
Driving a brighter future for kids with cancer.
This small family-owned business has been touched by cancer in its many forms and have now chosen to support kids' cancer research using all their resources.
Big bids help kids with cancer
30/06/2021
Businesses and individuals alike got behind The Kids’ Cancer Project’s end of financial year online auction making it a roaring success!
Sammy's story
02/05/2023
A promise of reduced chance of relapse sends a family to the USA amid the pandemic.
Kids' brain cancer - our biggest threat
01/05/2021
Discussion, awareness and funding of kids' brain cancer research must be a national priority.
KBC360 | Paediatric psycho-oncologist Dr Jordana McLoone
05/05/2021
The Kids’ Cancer Project takes a deep dive into the issues faced by kids diagnosed with this deadly disease.
KBC360 | Medical researcher Dr Raelene Endersby
12/05/2021
The Kids’ Cancer Project takes a deep dive into the issues faced by kids diagnosed with this deadly disease.
Ava's story
14/05/2021
A tragic experience for this Defence family revealed the desperate need for greater scientific knowledge around childhood brain cancer.
KBC360 | Registered Music Therapist Sarah Punch
19/05/2021
The Kids’ Cancer Project takes a deep dive into the issues faced by kids diagnosed with this deadly disease.
KBC360 | Occupational therapist Ranita Sidhu
26/05/2021
The Kids’ Cancer Project takes a deep dive into the issues faced by kids diagnosed with this deadly disease.
Eli’s constant furry friends
20/05/2021
With experts baffled by Eli's incredibly rare tumour, some furry friends have brightened his difficult journey.