Expertise and technologies

Telethon Kids has a range of specialised expertise, tools, platforms and technology to undertake cutting-edge science.

These enable our research themes to collect, link and analyse samples and datasets to create new knowledge in the underlying mechanisms and risk factors leading to childhood disease, disability and disadvantage.

They are supported by experienced and skilled staff with the expertise to make the most of these tools and technologies.

• Our Clinical Trials team works with researchers to ensure our clinical studies and trials are of the highest quality, are timely, and comply with good clinical practice as well as local and international guidelines. We have four dedicated clinical suites on Level 1 of the Perth Children’s Hospital, as well as access to specialist clinical suites for respiratory, diabetes, vaccinations and more.
• Our Biometrics platform provides researchers with advice and support to ensure their data are both structured and coded appropriately to facilitate analysis.
• Our Data Linkage capabilities allow researchers to connect WA's databases and registers to gain a deeper and comprehensive picture of health and wellbeing in this State.
• Our Laboratory Technologies include our new state-of-the art PC2 laboratories featuring specialist suites, a histology room, microscope rooms, and -80 and -20 freezer farms.