Seminar on Fundamentals of AI and Its Future

Published on: April 9, 2025

On 9th April 2025, the Himalayan School of Science and Technology (HSST) successfully conducted a seminar titled “Fundamentals of AI and Its Future” for B.Tech second-semester students. The session was led by Dr. Gunjan Chhabra from the Department of Computer Science & Technology, HSST. Designed especially for beginners, the seminar offered a comprehensive introduction to the core concepts of Artificial Intelligence. It incorporated real-world case studies to help students understand the practical applications of AI across diverse domains.

A significant portion of the discussion focused on the ethical and societal implications of AI, encouraging students to critically evaluate the responsible use of these technologies. The seminar highlighted the potential challenges and risks associated with AI, often referred to as the “dark side,” prompting students to consider the broader impact of AI on society. Participants actively engaged by sharing innovative project ideas and participating in meaningful discussions throughout the session.

Dr. Chhabra also provided students with open-source resources to facilitate continued learning and exploration of the AI domain beyond the seminar. The feedback from attendees was overwhelmingly positive, underscoring the session’s success in building a solid foundation for students eager to explore AI further.

The objectives of the seminar included familiarizing students with AI’s foundational principles, exploring its real-world applications, addressing ethical considerations, and developing a critical understanding of AI’s evolving role in society.

With 26 participants, the seminar proved to be an enriching experience, enhancing students’ awareness, curiosity, and readiness to pursue further studies and projects related to Artificial Intelligence. It marked a strong start in their journey into one of today’s most transformative technological fields.

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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.