IEEE PreXtreme 2025 Successfully Hosted at SST, Swami Rama Himalayan University

Published on: September 21, 2025

IEEE PreXtreme 2025 Successfully Hosted at SST, Swami Rama Himalayan University

The School of Science and Technology (SST), Swami Rama Himalayan University, successfully hosted the IEEE PreXtreme competition on 21st September 2025 in Computer Lab-6. Organized under the IEEE SRHU Student Branch (STB60226050), the event saw enthusiastic participation from eight dedicated teams. As a global preparatory event for the prestigious IEEE Xtreme competition, PreXtreme challenges students to solve algorithmic problems under time constraints. The competition platform opened at 05:30 AM, allowing each team a continuous six-hour slot within a 24-hour window. Teams from SRHU began their challenge at 09:30 AM, concluding at 03:30 PM. Participants showcased strong coding skills, critical thinking, and collaborative spirit throughout the event, reflecting their readiness for IEEE Xtreme 19.0. The competition not only honed technical expertise but also fostered confidence and teamwork, making it a valuable experience. With smooth execution and active involvement, the event marked a significant achievement for the IEEE SRHU Student Branch and contributed to preparing students for global-level challenges.

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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.