approved EB-1A

Assistant Project Scientist

Atmospheric Science · China · 2025-10-28

Processing Time
35 days
Decision Date
2025-10-28
Location
California
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Framework Evaluation

3 of 3 criteria met
Scholarly Articles (Met)

The petitioner authored 22 peer-reviewed journal articles and 8 scientific abstracts in the field of atmospheric science.

Judging (Met)

The petitioner completed at least 30 peer-review assignments for scholarly work in their field.

Original Contributions (Met)

The petitioner's work on hydrological extremes and climate resilience is supported by 288 citations and major U.S. agency funding.

Why This Petition Was Approved

The petition was approved based on a prolific research record of 22 peer-reviewed journal articles and 8 scientific abstracts. The petitioner demonstrated substantial influence with 288 citations and significant judging contributions through 30 peer-review assignments. Additionally, major funding from U.S. scientific agencies validated the national priority of the research.

Evidence

Evidence Types
Peer Reviewed Publications
Citations
Grants
Judging Experience
Original Contributions
Government Alignment
Evidence Submitted
  • 22 peer-reviewed journal articles (15 first-authored)
  • 8 scientific abstracts (6 first-authored)
  • 288 citations demonstrating global reliance on findings
  • At least 30 peer-review assignments
  • Major funding support from prominent U.S. scientific agencies

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Outcome approved
Processing 35 days
Criteria Met 3 / 3
Evidence Types 6

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Success Rate 53.0%
Sustained 487
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