Silvester Czanner

Prof. Silvester Czanner is a Professor and Head of the School of Computer and Engineering Sciences at the University of Chester. He holds a PhD in Mathematics from Comenius University (1998) and a Docent (Habilitation) in Applied Informatics from Slovak University of Technology (2024). With extensive global experience in academia and industry, he has led teaching and research programs, secured EU and international grants, and served on funding evaluation panels. His research focuses on computational methods for medical imaging, computer graphics, and AI-driven healthcare solutions.

Education: PhD in Mathematics (1998, Comenius University), Docent in Applied Informatics (2024, Slovak University of Technology), and additional degrees in Mathematics, Computer Science, and International Relations. He has held roles at Harvard/MIT, Carnegie Mellon, and the University of Aizu, Japan.

Research Interests: Medical Image Analysis (segmentation, registration), AI in Medicine (predictive modeling, deep learning), Virtual Reality for Medical Training, and interdisciplinary applications in surgery and diagnostics. His work bridges computational techniques and clinical practice, enhancing patient outcomes through innovative tools.

Grants & Awards: Over 15 grants from EPSRC, EU H2020, and others. Recognitions include Senior Fellow HEA, Fellow RSA, and Senior Member ACM. He chairs the University Internal Quality System Assessment Board at Pan-European University and advises Slovak governmental bodies.

Labs & Teams: Leads interdisciplinary teams in medical imaging, VR/AR applications, and computational biology. Collaborates with global institutions on projects like glaucoma detection algorithms and virtual paranoia environments.