approved EB-1A
Senior Researcher
Computational Systems Biology · China · 2025-01-07
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Framework Evaluation
3 of 3 criteria metScholarly Articles (Met)
The petitioner authored 16 peer-reviewed journal articles and 3 conference articles in the field of computational systems biology.
Judging (Met)
The petitioner completed at least 25 reviews for top-tier journals and served on editorial boards.
Original Contributions (Met)
The petitioner's research in cardiac electrophysiology and disease modeling is highly cited and supported by major international funding bodies.
Why This Petition Was Approved
The petition was approved based on 16 peer-reviewed journal articles, 3 conference articles, and 12 abstracts which garnered 739 citations (h-index of 12). Additionally, the petitioner demonstrated significant professional standing through at least 25 journal reviews and service on editorial boards. His work was further validated by funding from prestigious global institutions like the NIH, NSF, and UK Research and Innovation.
Evidence
Evidence Types
Peer Reviewed Publications
Citations
Reference Letters Independent
Grants
Conference Presentations
Judging Experience
Original Contributions
Evidence Submitted
- 16 peer-reviewed journal articles (9 first- or corresponding-authored)
- 3 peer-reviewed conference articles
- 12 abstracts
- 739 citations with an h-index of 12
- At least 25 reviews for top-tier journals
- Service on editorial boards
- Research funding from NIH, NSF, and UK Research and Innovation
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