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UNSW establishes Shirley and John Sarks Chair in AMD

Through a $10.8 million philanthropic commitment from the Sarks Macular Degeneration Research Foundation, UNSW has established the Shirley and John Sarks Chair in Age-related Macular Degeneration (AMD).

The establishment of this role will advance excellence in ophthalmology and vision sciences, and strengthen Australia’s capacity to tackle age-related macular degeneration (AMD) and other blinding eye diseases.

It also continues a strong commitment to supporting researchers, with the role reflecting the legacy of Drs Shirley and John Sarks, pioneers of ophthalmology and translational research.

Read more via UNSW’s media release.

 

Last updated: February 18, 2026