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SRHU Hosts Workshop on Reference Management Using Zotero & Mendeley

Published on: April 7, 2025

SRHU Library System organized a workshop on “Reference Management through Zotero & Mendeley Software” on 28th March 2025 at BC Roy Auditorium. The session aimed to equip faculty members, research scholars, and students with essential tools and techniques to streamline reference management in academic and scientific writing.

The workshop was inaugurated by Dr Rajendra Dobhal, Vice Chancellor, SRHU. In his address, Dr Dobhal highlighted the importance of reference management as a vital skill for researchers. He emphasized that efficient referencing not only strengthens academic work but also fosters deeper thinking and ignites creativity in the research process.

Prof. Ashok Kumar Deorari, Principal, Himalayan Institute of Medical Sciences (HIMS), delivered a motivating address that set the tone for the workshop. He spoke about the relevance of using such tools to maintain academic integrity and enhance the quality of scholarly writing.

The session was led by Prof. Yogendra Singh, University Librarian and the resource person for the workshop. He provided participants with hands-on insights and practical guidance on effectively using Zotero and Mendeley — popular, free software tools used globally for managing references, preparing bibliographies, and organizing research materials. Prof. Singh highlighted how these tools can be leveraged in thesis writing, scientific publications, and overall academic research workflows.

The event witnessed active participation from across various schools of the university with around 56 attendees comprising postgraduate students, research scholars, and faculty members. University staff including Mr. Abhishek Kumar Pandey, Mr. Shashi Shekhar, Mr. Inder Pal Singh, Mr. Ajay Bangari, Mr. Kailash Uniyal, and Ms. Vandana were also present and contributed to the smooth conduct of the workshop.

The workshop served as a valuable learning platform, further reinforcing SRHU’s commitment to fostering academic excellence and research-oriented culture within the campus.

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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.