School of Science and Technology Organised Expert Talk on Innovation and Product Development

Published on: September 4, 2025

School of Science and Technology Organised Expert Talk on Innovation and Product Development

The Creative Cell of HSST organized an Expert Talk on Innovation, Product Development, and Creativity on 04th September 2025 at Lab-6, SST. The session was designed to provide students with exposure to innovative practices, the importance of creative thinking, and the systematic process involved in product development. It served as a platform to inspire students to think beyond conventional boundaries and develop ideas with practical value.

The primary objective of the talk was to introduce students to design thinking, problem-solving approaches, and strategies for developing innovative products in today’s competitive environment. It also aimed to motivate participants to utilize creativity in academic projects and future professional endeavors. The interactive nature of the session allowed students to clarify doubts, share perspectives, and learn directly from expert insights.

The session proved to be highly enriching as students gained an in-depth understanding of innovation and its role in shaping impactful solutions. They became more aware of the value of creativity and design thinking, while also being inspired to apply these concepts in real-world contexts. The talk encouraged active participation, idea exchange, and collaboration, ultimately making the event both insightful and impactful for the members of the Creative Cell.

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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.