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Noongar language session by KalyaKoorl (Dylan Collard)

Embark on a linguistic journey with KalyaKoorl’s tailor-made Noongar Language Programs.

Reconcilliation Action Plan

Our vision for reconciliation is a future where Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children and families experience equity in health, wellbeing and opportunity – empowered by partnerships grounded in respect, collaboration, and benefit.

About

Rett syndrome is a rare but serious neurological disorder that affects about 1 in 9,000 girls. Even more rarely, boys may be affected.

AussieRett

The Australian Rett Syndrome Study is based at The Kids Research Institute Australia located in Subiaco, Western Australia. This study was established in 1993.

InterRett

Funded by the International Rett Syndrome Foundation, this international online database examines the clinical features and genetic characteristics.

MECP2 duplication syndrome (MDBase)

MECP2 duplication syndrome is a rare disorder neurodevelopmental disorder that, unlike Rett syndrome, mostly affects boys.

The CDKL5 Disorder

One of the many reasons for setting up the International CDKL5 Disorder Database was to learn more about this condition.

Areas of research

With the help of clinicians and families who have children with Rett syndrome, our research aims to improve understanding of Rett syndrome.

Research snapshots

Our research covers a broad range of areas from the influence of mutation type on health outcomes to factors impacting on the lives of familes.

Behavior and mutation type

We also wanted to find out whether any particular behaviours were associated with any specific mutation types.