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Biologist

Cardiovascular Biology · India · 2021-11-24

Processing Time
218 days
Decision Date
2021-11-24
Location
Maryland
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Framework Evaluation

3 of 3 criteria met
Scholarly Articles (Met)

The petitioner authored 16 peer-reviewed journal articles and 1 book chapter in international publications.

Judging (Met)

The petitioner was invited to review and evaluate the work of his peers no fewer than 39 times.

Original Contributions (Met)

His research on cardiovascular disease mechanisms and L-selectin mutations has been cited 213 times, indicating a major contribution to the field.

Why This Petition Was Approved

The petition was approved based on the petitioner meeting at least three EB-1A criteria: 16 peer-reviewed journal articles and a book chapter, 213 citations demonstrating the influence of his work, and 39 instances of judging the work of others. His specialized research on cardiovascular disease prevention was recognized as having significant applicability and authority in the scientific community.

Request for Evidence (RFE)

Successfully Addressed

The petitioner overcame an initial refusal by USCIS through a detailed response that corroborated his international acclaim and the major significance of his original scientific contributions to the field of cardiovascular biology.

RFE Targets
Original Contributions

Evidence

Evidence Types
Peer Reviewed Publications
Citations
Judging Experience
Original Contributions
Reference Letters Independent
Evidence Submitted
  • 16 peer-reviewed journal articles
  • 1 scientific book chapter
  • 213 citations according to Google Scholar
  • 39 peer review assignments for international journals
  • Research on quercetin and monocyte chemoattractant protein-1 gene expression
  • Studies of the mechanochemistry of L-selectin and its mutations

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At a Glance

Outcome approved
Processing 218 days
RFE Issued
Criteria Met 3 / 3
Evidence Types 5

EB-1A Case Data

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Total Cases 919
Success Rate 53.0%
Sustained 487
Dismissed 315

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