approved EB-1A
Postdoctoral Researcher
Cell Biology · India · 2022-05-31
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Framework Evaluation
3 of 3 criteria metJudging the work of others (Met)
The petitioner completed no fewer than 36 peer-review evaluations for journals in his field.
Scholarly Articles (Met)
The petitioner authored 10 peer-reviewed scientific articles published in international journals.
Original Contributions (Met)
His research in cellular pathology and proteomics resulted in fundamental transformations in the study of COVID-19 and HIV-1, supported by 160+ citations.
Why This Petition Was Approved
The case was approved based on the petitioner's 10 peer-reviewed scientific articles which garnered over 160 citations from researchers in 35 countries. His significant participation as a judge of the work of others was evidenced by 36 completed peer-review invitations. Furthermore, his original scientific contributions were demonstrated through 4 key projects addressing pressing global health issues like COVID-19 and HIV-1.
Evidence
Evidence Types
Peer Reviewed Publications
Citations
Reference Letters Independent
Judging Experience
Original Contributions
Evidence Submitted
- 10 peer-reviewed scientific articles
- 160+ citations from researchers in at least 35 countries
- 36 peer-review assignments evaluating the work of peers
- 4 key research projects in cellular pathology (COVID-19, HIV-1, Tuberculosis)
- 4 expert recommendation letters
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