Dr Kaimal's research aims to understand the implications of autobiographical narratives and creative self-expression especially among underrepresented and vulnerable populations, on health and well being She is particularly interested in the role of creativity and self-expression in empowerment and learning about self and others. Dr. Kaimal currently leads a multi-year evaluation study on leadership development funded by the U.S. Department of Education and Lehigh University. As part of this study the research team is examining how participation in the arts could ignite learning transfer to leadership practices. She is also conducting a pilot study on the link between biomarkers and creative visual self-expression. As part of her interest in internationalizing the context of scholars and students, she serves as a research adviser on international development projects related to gender equity and arts-based psychosocial support for vulnerable children in trauma zones. She is a practicing visual artist and her work explores the intersection of transnational identity and sustainable artistic practices.
