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Selection Process Activity for IEEE Student Membership by HSST

Published on: April 9, 2024

Selection Process Activity for IEEE Student Membership by HSST

The Himalayan School of Science and Technology (HSST) organized the selection process for IEEE on April 3rd and April 8th, 2024. A total of 109 students registered for the activity, showcasing their enthusiasm for advancing their technical skills and engaging with the IEEE community.

The first stage of the selection process, an objective test focused on C programming, took place on April 3rd in Computer Labs. The initial stage, held on April 3rd, 2024, involved an objective test focused on C programming. This test served as a platform to evaluate candidates’ proficiency in fundamental C programming language concepts, including syntax, control structures, arrays, functions, pointers, and problem-solving abilities through coding exercises.

Subsequently, on April 8th, personal interviews were conducted in the Board Room to further assess candidates’ suitability for IEEE Student Membership. These interviews provided a platform to evaluate candidates’ academic background, interest in IEEE, communication skills, and willingness to contribute to IEEE initiatives.

The selection criteria emphasized not only technical proficiency but also personal attributes essential for active engagement within IEEE student initiatives. Candidates who successfully demonstrated their capabilities and enthusiasm in both the objective test and interview were offered IEEE Student Membership.

Dr. Pramod Kumar, Principal HSST, emphasized the significance of such activities in boosting the morale and technical acumen of budding engineers. He expressed those engagements like the IEEE Student Membership selection process inspire students to excel and contribute meaningfully to the field of technology and engineering.

Under the guidance of Dr. Pramod Kumar, the selection process was led by Dr. Vibhor Sharma, the Selection Process Coordinator. This collaborative effort underscores the university’s commitment to nurturing talent and fostering a culture of excellence in technical education.

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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.