Join our burn research community
We want you to know how valuable your participation is
At the Fiona Wood Foundation, people are at the centre of everything we do. When we talk about burns research, people often think of scientists, doctors, or patients with lived experience. But there’s another important group we rely on — our control groups which include children and young people, like yours, who help us by taking part in our studies.
If your child is part of our control group, they’re not receiving a treatment or intervention. Instead, they help us understand what is typical or expected in children who have not had a burn injury. This gives our researchers a reliable point of comparison, helping them understand which physical, psychological, or physiological changes are the result of burn injuries — and which are not. This comparison is a key part of making our research accurate, meaningful, and useful.
By giving their time — and with your support — your child is helping our team turn research into better treatments for children and adults recovering from burns. This includes finding ways to improve healing and reduce scarring, both physically and emotionally.
Your child’s involvement truly makes a difference. On behalf of Fiona, our researchers, patients, and their families — thank you.
We would love to stay connected
By being part of our burns research community, you can choose to:
- Receive occasional updates on the impact of your involvement
- Get invited to research events and community forums
- Hear about future research opportunities
- Learn how your contribution supports better outcomes for burn patients
Your privacy is our priority. You choose how to stay connected and how your information is used.
To join our burns research community, please complete the form by CLICKING HERE
If you have any questions or want to connect, please contact Di at diane@fionawoodfoundation.org.au.