approved EB-1A
Post-Doc Research Scholar
Cardiology · Iran · 2025-10-29
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Framework Evaluation
3 of 3 criteria metScholarly Articles (Met)
The petitioner authored 7 peer-reviewed journal articles and several abstracts/preprints in the field of cardiology.
Judging (Met)
The petitioner served as a peer reviewer for high-level academic journals, completing at least 19 reviews.
Original Contributions (Met)
The petitioner's research on proteomics and COVID-19's impact on cardiac function resulted in 309 citations, demonstrating major significance to the field.
Why This Petition Was Approved
The petition was approved based on a record of 7 peer-reviewed journal articles, 2 first-authored abstracts, and 2 preprints that garnered 309 citations from independent scholars. The petitioner also demonstrated sustained acclaim through the completion of at least 19 peer reviews for high-level academic journals. These metrics satisfied the EB-1A criteria for scholarly articles, original contributions, and judging the work of others.
Evidence
Evidence Types
Peer Reviewed Publications
Citations
Reference Letters Independent
Judging Experience
Original Contributions
Evidence Submitted
- 7 peer-reviewed journal articles
- 2 first-authored abstracts
- 2 preprints
- 309 citations by independent scholars
- 19 peer reviews for high-level academic journals
- Expert recommendation letters from established authorities
- Development of advanced targeted proteomics techniques for heart disease study
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