Mr. Kamal Chaulagain

Research Associate

Kamal Chaulagain holds a Master of Public Health from Patan Academy of Health Sciences with an additional Masters in Sociology from Tribhuvan University. With over seven years of professional experience, Kamal has demonstrated expertise in community outreach, research, and grassroots campaigns. He currently serves as a Research Associate at the Nepal Development Research Institute, focusing on tobacco control. Kamal's past roles include technical officer roles with an emphasis on disease surveillance for COVID-19, strengthening health systems, and promoting maternal and child health. He has also taught public health subjects at the Nepal Institute of Health Sciences. Kamal's impressive academic credentials are supplemented by training from prestigious institutions. His research contributions in the field of public health are notable, with multiple publications focusing on issues pertinent to Nepal, ranging from tobacco's health impacts to adolescent health and other public health disciplines. He possesses diverse skills in statistical tools making him proficient in data analysis and research methodology. Kamal is a dedicated professional aiming to make significant contributions to the realm of public health in Nepal.

Research Interests 
Social Determinants of Health, Sexual and Reproductive Health, Maternal and Child Health, Adolescent Health, Health System and Governance, Health Policy, Social Inclusion, Community Engagement, and Participatory Planning