MoU signed between SRHU and University of Tsukuba, Japan

Published on: October 26, 2024

MoU signed between Swami Rama Himalayan University and University of Tsukuba, Japan

In a significant step towards strengthening international academic collaboration, Swami Rama Himalayan University (SRHU) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the University of Tsukuba, Japan, during the 3rd Japan-India Universities Forum. The forum was organized by the Japan Science and Technology Agency and took place in New Delhi.

The MoU was signed by Prof. (Dr) NAGATA Kyosuke, President of the University of Tsukuba, and Prof. (Dr) Mukesh Bijalwan, Registrar of SRHU, marking the beginning of a new partnership aimed at enhancing cooperation in the areas of education, research, and development. University of Tsukuba was represented by an esteemed delegation, including Prof. (Dr) SAKURAI Takeaki, Director of the Office of Global Initiatives, and Prof. Ohneda Osamu from the Institute of Medicine.

The SRHU delegation was led by Dr. Rajendra Dobhal, Vice Chancellor of SRHU, and included Dr. Vijendra D. Chauhan, Director General of Academic Development, Prof. (Dr) Mukesh Bijalwan, Registrar, and Dr. Apurvaa Trivedi, Associate Professor at the Himalayan School of Management Studies.

During the ceremony, Dr. Vijendra D. Chauhan emphasized the legacy of SRHU in providing holistic medical education and its ongoing contributions to the healthcare sector. Dr. Rajendra Dobhal highlighted SRHU’s unwavering commitment to offering the best opportunities in research and development, further strengthening its position as a leader in education.

This MoU between SRHU and the University of Tsukuba paves the way for collaborative academic initiatives, joint research projects, student and faculty exchanges, and the advancement of shared knowledge in medical education and other disciplines.

The event marks a key milestone in the global outreach efforts of both institutions, as they continue to work towards shared goals in education and innovation.

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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.