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National Seminar on Manuscript Writing Strengthens Research Skills at SRHU

Published on: February 21, 2026

The Institutional Research Committee of the School of Pharmaceutical Sciences (NAAC A+) at Swami Rama Himalayan University organized a One-Day National Seminar titled “Manuscript Writing – From Initiation to Publication” on 21 February 2026 at the Adi Kailash Auditorium. The seminar aimed to enhance scientific writing competencies among researchers, faculty members, and postgraduate students by addressing research ethics, publication strategies, and modern scholarly tools.

The program commenced with registration, followed by a formal inaugural ceremony that included lamp lighting and invocation. Prof. (Dr.) Preeti Kothiyal, Dean of the School of Pharmaceutical Sciences, delivered the welcome address and emphasized the role of effective scientific writing in transforming research findings into impactful publications. Dr. Vijendra D. Chauhan, Director General – Academic Development, highlighted the importance of academic integrity, originality of data, and responsible research conduct. Prof. (Dr.) A. K. Deorari, Pro-Vice Chancellor, underscored the value of quality research publications and encouraged scholars to prioritize meaningful contributions over publication quantity.

The Guest of Honour, Dr. Pramod Prasad from the Anusandhan National Research Foundation, presented the national vision for strengthening research and innovation in India. He highlighted interdisciplinary collaboration, funding opportunities, and the importance of aligning research with national priorities and societal needs.

The technical sessions featured expert talks focusing on practical aspects of scientific manuscript preparation. Dr. Sachin K. Singh discussed structured thinking in manuscript development, emphasizing hypothesis formulation, logical data organization, and figure preparation. Dr. Shailesh Pandey provided insights into taxonomic publication processes, including species identification, molecular characterization, and responding to peer-review feedback.

Prof. Yogendra Singh conducted a hands-on session demonstrating the use of reference management tools such as Zotero and Mendeley for automated citation formatting, literature organization, and collaborative research writing. Dr. Priyank Purohit emphasized conceptual clarity in research communication, advocating for presenting a coherent scientific narrative rather than isolated datasets.

Interactive sessions throughout the seminar allowed participants to engage with speakers on journal selection, peer-review handling, and ethical publication practices. The event concluded with a vote of thanks by Prof. Dr. Ganesh Kumar, acknowledging the contributions of speakers, organizers, and participants.

The seminar successfully enhanced awareness of national research initiatives, strengthened understanding of ethical publication practices, introduced modern writing tools, and equipped participants with structured approaches to scientific manuscript preparation.

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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.