Silvester Czanner

Dr. Silvester Czanner is a Principal Lecturer (international) at Manchester Metropolitan University, UK, specializing in Computer Graphics, Multimedia, and Digital Technologies with applications in education, psychology, and embryology. He holds a PhD in Mathematics from Comenius University (Slovakia) and has extensive international experience across institutions in Japan, USA, Germany, and Slovakia. He currently leads internationalization efforts in the Faculty of Science and Engineering and coordinates the MSc Computing Network Programme.

Education includes a PhD (1998) and Mgr (1994) in Mathematics with Computer Graphics focus from Comenius University, complemented by postgraduate certificates in Academic Practice (University of Warwick) and International Law (Comenius University).

Research interests span computational education tools, biological image visualization, and interdisciplinary applications of digital media. Professional roles include Director of Eurographics UK Chapter, Senior Member of ACM, and Senior Fellow of HEA. He has served as an external examiner and panel member for multiple UK and international universities' computing and media programs.

Award highlights include the RCUK Fellowship and recognition as a Senior Fellow of the Higher Education Academy. His administrative contributions include curriculum development in Computer Games and international academic collaborations.