Report on Workshop Cloud Computing and Its Applications

Published on: December 6, 2024

On 6th December 2024, the Department of Computer Science and Engineering at the Himalayan School of Science and Technology (HSST), Swami Rama Himalayan University, organized a one-day workshop titled “Cloud Computing and Its Applications.” The workshop was conducted by Mr. Faby Mathew, a Senior Trainer at Excain LLP, Dehradun, and was attended by 30 students. The initiative aimed to offer hands-on experience and practical insights into leading cloud platforms such as Amazon Web Services (AWS), Microsoft Azure, and Google Cloud.

The workshop commenced with a traditional lamp-lighting ceremony and a welcome address by Dr. Pramod Kumar, Principal of HSST. In his address, he highlighted the university’s emphasis on bridging the gap between academic knowledge and industry expectations. The event was meticulously designed to immerse students in real-world cloud infrastructure through guided sessions, practical tasks, and expert-led demonstrations.

Held at Lab 6, HSST, the workshop featured intensive hands-on sessions where students engaged in tasks such as virtual machine setup, managing cloud storage, and deploying applications on various platforms. The sessions were complemented by real-time troubleshooting and interactive Q&A segments, allowing participants to gain clarity on technical challenges and strengthen their understanding of cloud environments.

Coordinated by Dr. Gaurav Sharma and Ms. Shefali Khatri, the workshop provided students with vital exposure to the evolving landscape of serverless computing, edge technology, and AI-cloud integration. The participants walked away with improved technical competence, greater confidence in cloud-based development, and a deeper appreciation for the skills required in today’s cloud-driven industries. This workshop not only reinforced theoretical knowledge but also nurtured the participants’ readiness for future roles in a rapidly changing technological world.

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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.