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Current projects

We support leading research projects in key research institutes and organisations across Australia.

Targeting tumour profiles

Targeting tumour profiles

Recipient : Dr. Daniel Carter
Institute: Children's Cancer Institute, University of Technology Sydney
Funding: $175,000 from 2023 to 2024 Read more

Published: 13th December, 2022

Updated: 14th December, 2022

Author: Victoria Birch

Nanoparticle therapy study

Nanoparticle therapy study

Recipient : Professor Maria Kavallaris
Institute: Children's Cancer Institute
Funding: $175,000 from 2023 to 2024 Read more

Published: 13th December, 2022

Updated: 14th December, 2022

Author: Victoria Birch

Venetoclax combination study

Venetoclax combination study

Recipient : Dr. Jamie Fletcher and Dr. Toby Trahair
Institute: Children's Cancer Institute, Sydney Children's Hospital
Funding: $175,000 from 2019 to 2021 Read more

Published: 11th November, 2020

Updated: 9th August, 2022

Author: Lynette Haines

Support research to cure high-risk neuroblastoma

Support research to cure high-risk neuroblastoma

Recipient : Dr. Zsuzsanna Nagy and Dr. Kevin Wang
Institute: Children's Cancer Institute
Funding: $125,000 from 2021 to 2022 Read more

Published: 10th August, 2021

Updated: 9th August, 2022

Author: Payal Sangwan

High-risk neuroblastoma with TERT oncogene

High-risk neuroblastoma with TERT oncogene

Recipient : Dr. Tao Liu
Institute: Children's Cancer Institute
Funding: $125,000 from 2019 to 2021 Read more

Published: 11th November, 2020

Updated: 9th August, 2022

Author: Lynette Haines

DFMO AMXT 1501 combination therapy

DFMO AMXT 1501 combination therapy

Recipient : Prof. Michelle Haber and Prof. Murray Norris
Institute: Children's Cancer Institute
Funding: $546,964 from 2009 to 2012 Read more

Published: 24th September, 2021

Author: Payal Sangwan

Zero Childhood Cancer Program

Zero Childhood Cancer Program

Recipient : Prof. Vanessa Tyrrel
Institute: Children's Cancer Institute; Kids Cancer Centre, Sydney Children's Hospital
Funding: $55,000 in 2010 Read more

Published: 24th September, 2021

Author: Payal Sangwan

Reducing survivor risks

Reducing survivor risks

Recipient : Dr. Christina Signorelli, Prof. Claire Wakefield and Prof. Richard Cohn
Institute: Kids Cancer Centre, UNSW Sydney
Funding: $42,930 from 2019 - 2021 Read more

Published: 10th July, 2019

Updated: 24th September, 2021

Author: Karina May

PDX modelling for research

PDX modelling for research

Recipient : Dr. Jamie Fletcher and Dr. Toby Trahair
Institute: Children's Cancer Institute
Funding: $143,631 from 2018 to 2020 Read more

Published: 23rd April, 2021

Updated: 24th September, 2021

Author: Payal Sangwan

CBL137 combination therapies

CBL137 combination therapies

Lead Researchers : Professors Michelle Haber, Murray Norris and Glenn Marshall
Institute: Children's Cancer Institute
Funding: $558,180 from 2010 to 2019 Read more

Published: 1st September, 2019

Updated: 24th September, 2021

Author: Karina May

CAR T cell therapy for neuroblastoma

CAR T cell therapy for neuroblastoma

Recipient : Dr. Alla Dolnikov
Institute: Children's Cancer Institute
Funding: $125,000 from 2019 to 2021 Read more

Published: 11th November, 2020

Updated: 23rd April, 2021

Author: Lynette Haines

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    Artist generously supports Neuroblastoma Australia

    Artist Craig Waddell has donated another stunning frangipani inspired art work to form the design for a 2nd limited edition tote bag.

  • 2022 Grant Round Announcement

    2022 Grant Round Announcement

    We are excited to announce the winners of our 2022 grants round. Two exceptional scientists will lead studies to develop tailored treatments to improve outcomes for children with neuroblastoma.

  • Nanoparticle therapy study

    Nanoparticle therapy study

    Recipient : Professor Maria Kavallaris
    Institute: Children's Cancer Institute
    Funding: $175,000 from 2023 to 2024

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    Emeline's Story

    After months of misdiagnoses, including a middle-of-the-night emergency trip to the hospital, Emeline’s mum took her to a paediatric gastroenterologist believing her tummy issue was severe constipation. It turned out to be neuroblastoma.

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  • Run2Cure Local 2022

    Run2Cure Local 2022

    This September, Childhood Cancer Awareness Month join Run2Cure Local 2022. Run, get fit and fundraise at a location near you!

  • Detection, diagnosis & staging

    Detection, diagnosis & staging

    Know about symptoms of neuroblastoma, detection, diagnosis and different stages of neuroblastoma childhood cancer.

  • How common is neuroblastoma?

  • Donate today

    Donate today

    Help us beat the number one toddler cancer. Please donate today to support world class Australian research into developing better, safer treatments with the ultimate goal of finding a definitive cure for all children diagnosed with neuroblastoma.

  • How dangerous is neuroblastoma?

  • Jazmyn's 2 many 2 young Walk

    Jazmyn's 2 many 2 young Walk

    Support this special 2.2 km walk - inspired by Jazmyn Mitchell. Dress Up and wear a tutu 2 help raise awareness on 20.02.2022 and support all the children affected by neuroblastoma. This is Jazmyn's walk and legacy - a special light in this world.

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    Neuroblastoma Australia is a Sydney Children's Cancer Charity in Crows Nest and is a registered charity with GDR Status. The best way to contact us is through [email protected]

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