Celebrating Innovation and Health with Flameless Cooking at SST

Published on: April 26, 2025

The Fusion Club of the School of Science and Technology (SST) organized a vibrant and engaging event titled Flameless Cooking on April 26, 2025, at the open area near the cafeteria. The event served as a dynamic platform for students to explore creativity in culinary arts without using fire or traditional cooking equipment. With a strong focus on health, safety, and innovation, the event encouraged participants to prepare dishes using simple, fresh ingredients while showcasing their presentation skills.

A total of 12 enthusiastic teams participated, preparing a diverse array of dishes including fruit salads, cold sandwiches, mocktails, desserts, and other no-cook snacks. The event commenced with a traditional lamp lighting ceremony, symbolizing auspicious beginnings. Coordinated by faculty members Dr. Suman Pant, Ms. Neelam Danu, Mr. Sanjay Kumar, Ms. Shivani Pant, and Mr. Rachit Lakhera, the event was judged on parameters such as taste, creativity, nutritional value, hygiene, and presentation.

Throughout the competition, students demonstrated remarkable innovation and teamwork. The atmosphere was lively and interactive, with the audience appreciating the creativity and also getting the opportunity to sample a few dishes. The event not only fostered student engagement but also raised awareness about healthy eating habits and safe cooking practices.

Winners of the event included Suhani Uniyal & Prachi Rautela who secured the first position, followed by Ayushi Bhatt & Sunidhi Adhikari in second, and Seeta & Mehak in third place. The event concluded on a high note, leaving participants inspired and motivated. The Fusion Club looks forward to organizing more such experiential learning activities that combine skill development with enjoyment and community participation.

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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.