Murdoch Childrens Research Institute

This study looks at whether children with bacterial infections like urinary tract infections, cellulitis, or pneumonia can safely stop taking oral antibiotics once their symptoms disappear, rather than finishing the entire prescribed course. About 200 children from the Royal Chil…

This study tests a group therapy program called TAG TEAM for trans and gender diverse teens aged 12-17. The program helps them understand and cope with minority stress, like discrimination. It involves learning skills and group discussions led by a psychologist and a trans peer. …

This study looks at whether briefly increasing air pressure from a CPAP machine before giving surfactant therapy helps preterm infants (born 24-32 weeks) breathe more evenly. About 36 babies will be randomly assigned to receive either the standard approach or a pressure boost. Th…

This study compares live music therapy with recorded music in 10 children aged 1–18 who have a disorder of consciousness after a severe brain injury. Over 10 days, children receive both types of music in random order, and their responses are measured using a simple behavioral che…

This study looks at how fast a breathing machine inflates the lungs of extremely premature babies (born before 28 weeks). Researchers want to see if a slower inflation is just as good as the current faster method, and if it causes less lung damage. About 68 babies will be tested …