Women and Infants Research Foundation

The Women and Infants Research Foundation (WIRF) is a premier independent medical research institute based in Perth, Western Australia, dedicated to improving the health of women and newborn infants. The foundation focuses on three primary research pillars: the prevention of preterm birth, neonatal health and development, and gynecological oncology. WIRF is globally recognized for its leadership in the Western Australian Preterm Birth Prevention Strategy, which has successfully reduced preterm birth rates through clinical intervention and public health education. By maintaining close affiliations with the University of Western Australia and King Edward Memorial Hospital, WIRF facilitates the rapid translation of laboratory findings into clinical practice and improved maternal-fetal outcomes.