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Research commercialisation

Transform innovative ideas into real-world impact through collaboration with the University. Our research partnerships bring together academic expertise, industry knowledge, and cutting-edge facilities to address today's most pressing challenges. Whether you're a multinational corporation, SME, public sector organisation, or charity, we offer flexible partnership modules to drive innovation and deliver mutual benefit.

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What we do

  • Collaborative research
  • Research consultancy
  • Knowledge Transfer Partnerships (KTPs)
  • Strategic business partnerships
  • Licensing opportunities
  • Spin-out companies
  • Specialist facilities and equipment

 

Externally funded research commercialisation projects in partnership with the University of Sunderland

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Research consultancy, collaboration, and partnerships

Access world-class expertise to address your organisation's challenges through our research consultancy services. Our academic experts span a wide range of disciplines, offering professional insight, technical knowledge, and innovation solutions tailored to your specific needs.

From short-term projects to long-term strategic partnerships, we provide flexible consultancy options that leverage our research excellence and state-of-the-art facilities to deliver tangible results for your business.

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Specialist facilities and equipment

We provide an outstanding range of specialist facilities and cutting-edge equipment, designed to support students, researchers, and industry professionals. From advanced laboratories and industry-standard creative studios, to innovative health simulation suites and technical workshops, our resources are tailored to meet the diverse needs of academic disciplines and commercial ventures.

Our facilities are also available for commercial hire, offering full consultancy packages complete with expert technical support.

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Licensing and spin-out companies

Our academics are continuously working on groundbreaking ideas that are protected by intellectual property, creating potential licensing opportunities. These can, in turn, lead to the formation of spin-out companies, and we're actively seeking opportunities to support their creation.

Sundara Pharmaceuticals was formed in October 2018 based on the pioneering research of Professor Roz Anderson. This research aimed to develop a more effective and targeted method of delivering Cysteamine, a toxic drug used in the management of Cystinosis. Through extensive research, CF10 was created – an innovative new drug designed to address the medical needs of Cystinosis patients while minimising the adverse effects associated with Cysteamine.

Contact us

For questions and inquiries, please contact:

Nickola Gray
Strategic Projects and Funding Manager
nickola.gray@sunderland.ac.uk