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Careers prospects of SRHU students enhanced through Collaboration with Tsukuba University

Published on: July 26, 2024

Careers prospects of SRHU students enhanced through Collaboration with Tsukuba University

Discussion held on research, innovation, faculty and student exchange programs

Tsukuba University representatives examine various departments of SRHU

The careers of students at Swami Rama Himalayan University (SRHU) Jolly Grant are set to reach new heights. A delegation from Tsukuba University, one of Japan’s top research universities, made an official visit to Swami Rama Himalayan University. During this visit, detailed discussions were held on the possibilities of research, innovation, and teacher and student exchange programs.

A delegation led by Dr. Ohneda Osamu, Executive Officer of International Strategy at Tsukuba University, formally met with Dr. Vijay Dhasmana, President of Swami Rama Himalayan University. During the meeting, they discussed the role of yoga in medical education and patient care. Dr. Vijay Dhasmana noted that most people worldwide are struggling with psychosomatic disorders. Due to changing lifestyles, it has become essential to integrate yoga into daily life. He emphasized the importance of a holistic healthcare model that focuses on disease prevention and addressing their root causes. Dr. Ohneda Osamu also agreed on the importance of yoga and expressed a commitment to future collaboration in this field.

SRHU Vice-Chancellor Dr. Rajendra Dobhal highlighted the importance of India-Japan cooperation in the fields of science and technology. He said that both countries have expertise that can be used to tackle global health challenges. By combining India’s traditional knowledge of Ayurveda and yoga with Japan’s advanced technological capabilities, we can develop innovative approaches to combat the spread of non-communicable diseases.

Dr. Vijendra Chauhan, Director General of Academic Development, informed the Japanese delegation about SRHU’s achievements. Dr. Ashok Kumar Deorari, Principal of HIMS, appreciated the collaborative initiatives to provide better facilities in the health sector with Tsukuba University’s cooperation.

During the visit, the Japanese delegation toured various academic and medical units of the university. Tsukuba University professors Dr. Ohneda Osamu, Dr. Randeep Rakhwal, and Ohnishi Miwa praised SRHU’s efforts in integrating yoga in medicine, research, and innovation. On this occasion, Registrar Dr. Mukesh Bijalwan, Dr. Sunil Saini, Dr. Renu Dhasmana, Dr. Prakash Keshaviah, Dr. Apurva Trivedi, and principals of various colleges were present.

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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.