approved EB-1A
Scientist
Biochemistry · India · 2023-01-20
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Framework Evaluation
4 of 3 criteria metScholarly Articles (Met)
The petitioner authored 9 peer-reviewed articles and 1 book chapter in international journals.
Judging (Met)
The petitioner completed no fewer than 60 reviews of the work of his peers in the field.
Original Contributions (Met)
Introduced new vaccine candidates and biodegradable nanocapsules for cancer therapeutics, supported by 202 citations.
Leading Role (Met)
Identified as a keystone researcher and leading expert in protein biochemistry and pharmacology.
Why This Petition Was Approved
The petition was approved based on meeting multiple EB-1A criteria including 9 published peer-reviewed articles and a book chapter with 202 citations. The petitioner also demonstrated significant influence through 60 instances of judging the work of peers. His original contributions to therapeutic approaches for cancers and funding from the NIH and NSF further solidified his extraordinary ability.
Evidence
Evidence Types
Peer Reviewed Publications
Citations
Reference Letters Independent
Grants
Judging Experience
Original Contributions
Evidence Submitted
- 9 peer-reviewed articles
- 1 book chapter
- 202 citations from researchers in at least 30 countries
- 60 peer review assignments
- Original contributions: novel vaccine candidates and biodegradable nanocapsules
- Funding from National Institutes of Health (NIH)
- Funding from National Science Foundation (NSF)
- Funding from National Institute of Drug Abuse (NIDA)
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