approved EB-1A RFE Issued

Postdoctoral Research Associate

Cell Biology · China · 2022-01-24

Processing Time
118 days
Decision Date
2022-01-24
Location
Connecticut
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Framework Evaluation

3 of 3 criteria met
Judging the work of others (Met)

The petitioner completed almost 20 peer reviews for various journals in the field of cell biology.

Scholarly articles (Met)

The petitioner published 8 peer-reviewed scientific articles and 1 book chapter in top publication venues.

Original contributions of major significance (Met)

Her research on cell polarity and embryo patterning has been cited 360 times and is used to facilitate cancer prevention research.

Why This Petition Was Approved

The petition was approved based on 8 peer-reviewed scientific articles and 1 book chapter, which garnered 360 citations from researchers in 39 countries. Additionally, she completed almost 20 peer reviews for various journals, demonstrating her recognition as an outstanding contributor. Her work was found to have significant implications for cancer prevention and agricultural pollination.

Request for Evidence (RFE)

Successfully Addressed

While the title indicates an RFE was issued, the case summary focuses on the final evidence submitted (publications, citations, and peer reviews) rather than the specific RFE challenges.

Evidence

Evidence Types
Peer Reviewed Publications
Citations
Reference Letters Independent
Judging Experience
Original Contributions
Evidence Submitted
  • 8 peer-reviewed scientific articles (4 first-authored)
  • 1 first-authored book chapter
  • 360 citations from researchers in at least 39 countries
  • Almost 20 peer reviews for a variety of journals
  • Ph.D. in biological sciences

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At a Glance

Outcome approved
Processing 118 days
RFE Issued
Criteria Met 3 / 3
Evidence Types 5

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