Deliberations on Women Empowerment at SRHU

Published on: March 30, 2024

Deliberations on Women Empowerment at SRHU

A two-day national workshop on ‘Women Empowerment through Science and Technology in Uttarakhand’ commenced today at Swami Rama Himalayan University, Jollygrant.v

Experts from across the country gathered at the national workshop organized with the cooperation of the National Academy of Sciences, India (NASI)..

Speakers highlighted the significant contribution of science and technology to the field of women’s empowerment.

Jollygrant- A two-day national workshop on the topic of ‘Women Empowerment through Science and Technology in Uttarakhand’ commenced at Swami Rama Himalayan University (SRHU), Jollygrant on 29th March. The workshop, held with the cooperation of the National Academy of Sciences, India (NASI) Uttarakhand Chapter, saw Pan-India participation from experts. Speakers discussed the critical role of science and technology in empowering women.

The workshop officially commenced at the seminar hall of Himalayan Institute of Medical Sciences under SRHU’s Research Cell, with the lighting of the ceremonial lamp in front of the portrait of founder Dr. Swami Rama. During the workshop, the chief guest Padma Bhushan and chairperson of the National Academy of Sciences, India (NASI), Dr. Manju Sharma, emphasized the pivotal role of women in families. She said that women’s empowerment refers to enhancing women’s spiritual, political, social, or economic strength across various fields. Over the years, women have overcome traditional mindsets and achieved excellence in sectors like education, medicine, engineering, information technology, biotechnology, nuclear science, space science, and many distinct areas within science and technology.

Dr. Vijay Dhasmana, president of Swami Rama Himalayan University, who chaired the event, mentioned that respecting women is essential for a developed society. If science and technology are utilized correctly, women can become more empowered and self-reliant. Dr. Dhasmana highlighted that employment creation in villages experiencing depopulation could be supported through science and technology, as the local economy relies heavily on agriculture, animal husbandry, and tourism. Here, science and technology can play a significant role in empowerment.

The newly appointed president of the National Academy of Sciences, Uttarakhand Chapter, and vice-chancellor of Swami Rama Himalayan University, Dr. Rajendra Dobhal, welcomed all the guests, stating that the objective of women’s empowerment is being fulfilled through the development of science and technology.The special guest, Director General of Academic Development, Dr. Vijendra Chauhan, noted that women have always held a special status in families, a status that has evolved over time.Special guest Dr. Paramjit Khurana outlined the program’s framework. Dr. Bindu De, director of the Research Cell, thanked all the attendees.

The event was attended by the university registrar Dr. Mukesh Bijalwan, principals, and faculty of all the university’s colleges. Dr. Nikku Yadav, Dr. Geeta Bhandari, Dr. Nupur Joshi, Dr. Praveen Tiwari, Dr. Vivek Kumar, Dr. Archana Dhasmana, Abhinav, Akanksha, and Dr. Prashant Singh from DAV College, along with students, contributed to the workshop’s organization.Speakers on the first day of the workshop Included Dr. Paramjit Khurana from Delhi University, Vice Principal of HIMS Dr. Renu Dhasmana, Dr. Meenu Gupta from the Cancer Research Institute, Dr. Durga Toshniwal from IIT Roorkee, Dr. Pratibha Jolly, Dr. Garima Gupta, Dr. Purnima Sharma, Prof. Ranjana Pathania, and Dr. Shofia Khan.

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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.