approved EB-1A
Research Assistant Scientist
Aquaculture · India · 2022-03-28
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Framework Evaluation
3 of 3 criteria metScholarly Articles (Met)
The petitioner authored 24 peer-reviewed articles in international journals, establishing a consistent record of publication.
Judging (Met)
The petitioner served as a reviewer for his peers' work no fewer than 75 times, demonstrating his recognized authority in aquaculture.
Original Contributions (Met)
His work on TLRs and RAEV vaccines has been cited 722 times and is utilized in both industrial and academic spheres, representing a major contribution to the field.
Why This Petition Was Approved
The petition was approved based on 24 peer-reviewed articles and a high citation count of 722, placing the petitioner in the top 1% of his field according to Microsoft Academic. He demonstrated significant influence through 75 peer review assignments and received funding from major institutions like the USDA/NIFA and FFAR. The case satisfied EB-1A criteria for scholarly articles, judging, and original contributions of major significance.
Evidence
Evidence Types
Peer Reviewed Publications
Citations
Reference Letters Independent
Grants
Judging Experience
Original Contributions
Evidence Submitted
- 24 peer-reviewed articles in international journals
- 722 citations from peers in at least 34 countries
- 75 peer review invitations to evaluate the work of others
- Funding from USDA/NIFA and Foundation for Food and Agriculture Research (FFAR)
- Development of the Recombinant Attenuated Edwardsiella vaccine (RAEV) vector
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