VR headsets could be life changing for people with intellectual disability
Immersive virtual reality could open up a whole new world for people with intellectual disability, enabling them to learn practical life skills much faster without relying on caregivers, according
The global revival of human milk banking: benefits for preterm infants, social impacts, and ongoing controversies.
Join Healthy Development Adelaide (HDA) and Women’s and Children’s Hospital Grand Round on the global revival of human milk banking. This event is free and will be held on:
Autistic children the real winners from online gaming
Online gaming could be beneficial for pre-teens on the autism spectrum, with new research by the University of Adelaide indicating the popular pastime can help improve social skills and expand
7NEWS Exclusive: Popular computer game making breakthrough
A popular computer game is making a breakthrough for autistic children. South Australian researchers have been using Minecraft to help them better connect with others. There are now plans to
Helping sports incentives kick goals for disadvantaged kids
Children reap enormous rewards from participating in organised sport or physical activities. These include physical and social benefits, and assistance building emotional control, resilience and self-esteem – while providing a
Explore Government House and its grounds at Open Day 2024
Her Excellency the Honourable Frances Adamson AC, Governor of South Australia, and Mr Rod Bunten are pleased to welcome members of the public to explore Government House and its grounds
Adolescent mental health and improved ear health services the focus for 2024 CRF PhD Excellence Awards
Yohannes Efa and Lisa Callahan are the Healthy Development Adelaide (HDA) and Channel 7 Children’s Research Foundation (CRF) PhD Excellence Award winners for 2024. CRF’s financial support of the PhD
Make an impact on children’s lives – apply to have your research funded in 2025!
Expressions of Interest is now OPEN for research funding opportunities with the Channel 7 Children’s Research Foundation in 2025. CRF funds research into zero alcohol products – is it alcohol advertising in disguise?
Zero alcohol products are under the microscope with South Australian researchers asking if they are getting kids hooked on the real thing. 7News Australia reports on this latest research being