James Muchira
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Interdisciplinary partnership leads to Vanderbilt Climate, Energy and Health Equity lab
Vanderbilt School of Nursing nurses and a social scientist from the College of Arts and Science have launched the Climate, Energy and Health Equity Lab to mitigate health disparities related to climate change. Read MoreOct 31, 2022
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Global Vanderbilt: James Muchira: It gave me the leeway to experiment
James Muchira, assistant professor of nursing, shares how he came to the Vanderbilt School of Nursing and how his experience as a researcher in Kenya transferred to Nashville. Read MoreMay 26, 2022
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Maternal health expert James Muchira named to American Academy of Nursing Jonas Policy Scholars Program
James Muchira, a postdoctoral fellow in the School of Nursing, has been named an American Academy of Nursing Jonas Policy Scholar. This program supports early-career scholars seeking to build their knowledge and aptitude in health policy. Read MoreMay 17, 2021
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Research Snapshot: Study proves poor maternal heart health results in preterm birth, low birthweight and cesarean birth
Maternal health researcher James Muchira confirms poor maternal heart health results in adverse childbirth outcomes in the United States; hypertension is the strongest predictor of this association, with disparities observed along racial lines. Est. reading time: 2 mins. Read MoreMay 13, 2021
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Despite limitations of pandemic, research continues at Peabody College, School of Nursing
During the Research Ramp-up process, more than 3,000 Vanderbilt research personnel have returned to in-person research activities, while many others have continued remotely through perseverance and ingenuity. The efforts of Peabody College's Amy Needham and the School of Nursing's James Muchira are highlighted. Read MoreFeb 3, 2021