Murdoch Childrens Research Institute
Clinical trials sponsored by Murdoch Childrens Research Institute, explained in plain language.
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Trials from this sponsor expected to report results within the next 12 months.
- Can a gentler anesthesia cocktail protect a child's developing brain? Results expected Oct 2026 (estimated)
- Can cannabis ease suffering in seriously ill kids? small study aims to find out Results expected Oct 2026 (estimated)
- AI ultrasound could spot hip problems in babies faster Results expected Nov 2026 (estimated)
- New group therapy aims to ease mental health struggles for trans teens Results expected Nov 2026 (estimated)
- Small study aims to personalize drug dosing for young cancer patients Results expected Nov 2026 (estimated)
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New trial aims to slash deadly complications in Kids' stem cell transplants
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis trial tests multiple new treatments to improve outcomes for children receiving a stem cell transplant. It includes children from 1 week to 18 years old who are getting a transplant. The goal is to reduce serious complications like organ failure and infections, and make trans…
Sponsor: Murdoch Childrens Research Institute • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jul 03, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a simple drug cut blood loss in kids with CP after hip surgery?
Disease control Not yet recruitingThis phase III trial tests whether giving tranexamic acid continuously for 24 hours after hip surgery can reduce blood loss in non-ambulatory children with cerebral palsy. About 52 children aged 4 to 16 will be randomly assigned to receive either the drug or a placebo. The goal i…
Phase 3 • Sponsor: Murdoch Childrens Research Institute • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 28, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a sticky pad on the belly replace invasive colon tests for kids?
Diagnosis Not yet recruitingThis trial tests whether a new non-invasive device, called Body Surface Colonic Mapping, can accurately measure colon movement in children. The device uses a sticky pad with electrodes placed on the abdomen to detect electrical activity from the colon. Researchers will compare it…
Sponsor: Murdoch Childrens Research Institute • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Sep 04, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can a Pocket-Sized AI ultrasound spot hip problems in newborns?
Diagnosis Not yet recruitingThis pilot study tests a handheld, AI-powered ultrasound device to screen newborns for developmental dysplasia of the hip, a condition where the hip joint doesn't form properly. Researchers will scan babies before they leave the hospital and compare those results with a standard …
Sponsor: Murdoch Childrens Research Institute • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Sep 02, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Can weekly video coaching help preterm babies find their voice?
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis trial tests whether a telehealth program called Babble Boot Camp can improve early communication in babies born very preterm (before 32 weeks). Parents in the treatment group join weekly 15-minute coaching sessions with a speech pathologist for six months, learning activitie…
Sponsor: Murdoch Childrens Research Institute • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Sep 04, 2026 00:00 UTC
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Slower lung inflation may protect preterm Babies' lungs
Symptom relief Not yet recruitingThis trial studies whether a slower inflation setting (long pressure rise time) on mechanical ventilators can improve oxygen levels in extremely preterm infants compared to the standard faster setting. About 68 babies born before 28 weeks will be randomly assigned to both setting…
Sponsor: Murdoch Childrens Research Institute • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 27, 2026 14:03 UTC