Sylvester’s research investigates how playful and game-based approaches create engaging, empathic, and empowering experiences for education and social impact. He co-founded the multi-award-winning GameChangers initiative, which has shaped teaching, learning, and community engagement internationally, supporting the UN Sustainable Development Goals. Since 2010, Sylvester has secured over £20 million in research funding from UKRI, the European Commission, the British Council, and others. He has published over 150 works, including Game Science in Hybrid Learning Spaces. Sylvester regularly delivers keynotes worldwide. He previously held posts at the Serious Games Institute and Warwick’s WMG.
