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Report on IEEEXtreme 18.0 – Global 24-Hour Programming Competition

Published on: October 26, 2024

The Department of Computer Science and Engineering at the Himalayan School of Science and Technology (HSST), Swami Rama Himalayan University, successfully hosted IEEEXtreme 18.0, the prestigious global 24-hour online programming competition, on 26th October 2024. Beginning at 5:30 AM IST, the event brought together student teams to tackle a series of complex algorithmic challenges under timed conditions, competing in real time with participants from across the globe.

Held in Computer Lab-6 at HSST, the competition provided a dedicated, fully-equipped environment for the students, including uninterrupted access to computing resources and continuous support from faculty proctors Dr. Vibhor Sharma and Dr. Deepak Srivastava. The event tested not only technical knowledge but also the endurance, resilience, and collaborative skills of the participating teams.

A total of 10 students from HSST participated, forming four dedicated teams—HackHive, Nexus21, Encore, and TryHard. These teams joined over 10,000 others from around the world, creating an atmosphere of intense focus and high-level competition. Over the course of 24 hours, students worked through a series of programming problems, applying critical thinking, coding skills, and teamwork to outperform their peers.

The primary objective of HSST’s participation in IEEEXtreme 18.0 was to provide students with a real-world, globally recognized platform to showcase their problem-solving capabilities, promote collaborative coding, and prepare them for technical challenges beyond the classroom. The competition also aligned with the university’s aim to foster global engagement and institutional recognition through international participation.

The outcome of the event was highly positive. Students demonstrated strong analytical capabilities and strategic thinking under time constraints. The challenge reinforced the department’s commitment to promoting a culture of excellence, innovation, and technical growth. Participants emerged more confident, globally aware, and better equipped for high-pressure professional environments, exemplifying HSST’s dedication to producing industry-ready, globally competent graduates.

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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.