Algorithm Arena Ignites Coding Passion at HSST

Published on: February 11, 2025

The ACM Student Chapter at the Himalayan School of Science & Technology, Swami Rama Himalayan University, organized its inaugural event, Algorithm Arena, on 11th February 2025. Held in Computer Lab 6, the event brought together 72 participants from various academic disciplines, marking a spirited start to the chapter’s activities. The two-and-a-half-hour event was designed to test and sharpen programming and problem-solving abilities in a competitive yet collaborative environment.

Algorithm Arena unfolded in two stimulating rounds. The first round featured a dry run challenge in the C programming language, setting a foundational stage for logical reasoning. The second round allowed participants the freedom to choose any programming language to solve live coding problems, encouraging both creativity and technical versatility. This structure offered students an ideal platform to translate their theoretical knowledge into hands-on application.

The event was graced by Dr. Pramod Kumar, Principal of HSST, and Dr. Ashutosh Bhatt, Faculty Advisor of the ACM Student Chapter. Their presence lent motivation and prestige to the occasion, as they encouraged students to actively participate in tech-driven learning experiences. Participants demonstrated commendable enthusiasm, making the competition an exciting display of coding talent and strategic thinking.

Beyond identifying winners, the event succeeded in fostering a culture of learning and innovation. It helped students connect with like-minded peers and explore the broader vision of the ACM Student Chapter. The collective energy, competitive spirit, and student engagement marked Algorithm Arena as a resounding success.

As the first official event of the chapter, Algorithm Arena laid a strong foundation for future initiatives. It underscored the importance of practical experience in technical education and reinforced the value of collaboration in today’s fast-evolving tech landscape.

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International Endowed Chair Professor

Prof Rakesh Kumar

Prof Rakesh Kumar is the Founder and President of the Breast Cancer in Young Women Foundation (USA), dedicated to vaddressing the distinct issues affecting young women with breast cancer. He also serves as the International Endowed Chair Professor at the Cancer Research Institute of the Himalayan Institute of Medical Sciences. Additionally, he holds adjunct professorships at Rutgers New Jersey Medical School and Virginia Commonwealth University.

Dr Kumar earned his Ph.D. from the All India Institute of Medical Sciences in 1984 and began his research career at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center in January 1986. From 1988 to 2017, he held various academic and leadership positions —including faculty member, tenured professor, distinguished professor, endowed chair, department chair, and research leader—at esteemed institutions such as Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center in New York and the University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center in Houston. From 2017 to 2022, he served as the National Chair for Cancer Research for the Government of India and as a distinguished professor, continuing his innovative work in breast cancer research.

With nearly 40 years of research and professional experience, Dr. Kumar has made conceptual contributions to the field of cancer research (h-index 108, citations >50,000). He has authored over 325 peer-reviewed publications, edited or co-edited nine books, and delivered 290 invited lectures worldwide. His work has been featured on the covers of 18 major cancer journals and has been highlighted in institutional research reports of the MD Anderson Cancer Center.

A passionate educator and mentor, Dr. Kumar has guided 67 trainees throughout his career. He serves on the editorial boards of multiple leading cancer journals and has served on the editorial boards of 21 top cancer journals. His global reputation is further demonstrated by his participation in about 100 peer-review panels for cancer research funding in the US and internationally over the past 28 years.

Dr. Kumar's innovative research has earned him numerous prestigious honors, including the Hinkle Society Faculty Award at Penn State University (1994), the Dalla/Fort Worth Living Legend Faculty Achievement Award in Basic Sciences (2004), the Ranbaxy Research Award (2006), and the Lifetime Achievement Award from the American Association of Indian Scientists in Cancer Research (2013), among others. Dr. Kumar's pioneering research continues to have a profound influence on the fields of oncology and breast cancer, opening up new opportunities for biomedical scientists and trainees worldwide.