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    What are the biopsychological impacts of becoming an older parent? Our expert reveals all on BBC’s Morning Live

    Published on 26 June 2025

    Dr Rebecca Owens, Head of School of Psychology at the University speaks to presenter Tre Lowe about the biopsychological impacts of becoming an older parent

  2. Four people standing holding an award

    University expert honoured for collaborative research in Spain

    Published on 19 June 2025

    Professor Yitka Graham has been recognised for her contribution to the field of metabolic and bariatric surgery

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    University of Sunderland alumni recognised in King’s Birthday Honours 2025

    Published on 16 June 2025

    The King's Birthday Honours recognises the outstanding achievements and contributions of people across the UK

  4. student and academic sat in front of a computer

    Students innovate as they evaluate essays written by AI

    Published on 16 June 2025

    Students at the University are flipping the script by marking their AI-generated essays instead.

  5. Man teaching a class

    Head of School of Education welcomes Chancellor’s £760m commitment to SEND

    Published on 13 June 2025

    Chancellor Rachel Reeves announced plans to reform the SEND system in the government's Spending Review

  6. Man standing

    Footballer Aaron scores place on national team

    Published on 12 June 2025

    A talented footballer from the University of Sunderland has been called up to join England's elite

  7. Two students walking

    UNEE welcomes government investment in region’s innovation ecosystem

    Published on 12 June 2025

    The announcement of significant new investment in research and development across the UK was made as part of the government’s Comprehensive Spending Review

  8. Group of people holding up photographs

    Exploring the lives and wellbeing of NHS staff through photography

    Published on 10 June 2025

    A new exhibition, which features the work of a University of Sunderland academic, sees NHS staff explore their creative hobbies through photography

  9. Student with a bike

    University of Sunderland achieves Gold Cycle Friendly Employer award

    Published on 9 June 2025

    The award is in recognition of the University's outstanding commitment to promoting cycling, reducing carbon emissions and improving staff wellbeing