Progress update on Sunderland’s New Eye Hospital as opening nears
Construction of Sunderland’s new Eye Hospital continues at pace with the landmark facility on track to open in summer 2026. In recent weeks, the project has reached several major milestones. External hoardings have now been removed, offering the public their first full view of the new hospital taking shape in the city centre. With the […]
New £4.2million world-leading eye health research institute coming to Sunderland
A world-leading multi-million-pound research institute is set to transform the way we detect and prevent both eye and general diseases and boost the region’s health and prosperity prospects. The University of Sunderland and South Tyneside and Sunderland NHS Foundation Trust (STSFT) are working to create a world-leading joined-up data centre with eye health technology at […]
Student innovators create prototypes to bring business ideas to life
Unique prototypes created by a team of talented University of Sunderland students will be turned into reality by three major north-east organisations.
University of Sunderland launches new course to boost skills of cancer care nurses
The University of Sunderland is launching a new course in partnership with the local NHS Foundation Trust to ensure North East nurses are equipped to care for cancer patients undergoing chemotherapy and other drug treatment.
A marathon effort to inspire young students
A University of Sunderland graduate who was struck down with a rare neurological disorder that brought him to the brink of death is now set to run the TCS London Marathon.
University of Sunderland’s first graduating medics set to take up North East NHS roles
The University of Sunderland is celebrating its first ever graduating team of doctors at the Stadium of Light this week.
Bellway Durham supports hospital charity in South Tyneside and Sunderland
Bellway Durham has donated £500 to support the work of STSCharity, the official charity of South Tyneside and Sunderland NHS Foundation Trust.