approved EB-1A
Postdoctoral Research Associate
Cardiovascular Disease · India · 2022-11-01
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Framework Evaluation
3 of 3 criteria metJudging the work of others (Met)
The petitioner conducted at least 25 reviews for international scientific journals of repute.
Scholarly articles (Met)
The petitioner authored 25 peer-reviewed scientific articles in top journals in the field.
Original contributions of major significance (Met)
The petitioner's research on mitochondria-targeted drug delivery and metformin has been cited 1,134 times, demonstrating major significance to the field of cardiovascular disease.
Why This Petition Was Approved
The case was approved based on the petitioner's 25 peer-reviewed scientific articles and a massive total of 1,134 citations across 56 countries. Additionally, the petitioner demonstrated significant professional standing by conducting 25 manuscript reviews for reputable international journals. The research also secured funding from the Government of India’s Ministry of Science & Technology.
Evidence
Evidence Types
Peer Reviewed Publications
Citations
Reference Letters Independent
Grants
Judging Experience
Original Contributions
Evidence Submitted
- 25 peer-reviewed scientific articles
- 1,134 citations in 56 countries (Google Scholar)
- 25 journal reviews for international scientific journals
- Development of mitochondria-targeted drug delivery for atherosclerosis
- Research on metformin as an anti-aging drug
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