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Food Science And Technology · Iran · 2025-11-19

Processing Time
654 days
Decision Date
2025-11-19
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Framework Evaluation

3 of 3 criteria met
Scholarly Articles (Met)

The petitioner authored 174 journal articles and 56 conference papers, a volume described as rarely seen in the field.

Judging (Met)

The petitioner completed at least 34 reviews for journals and served as an evaluator on numerous Ph.D. dissertation committees.

Original Contributions (Met)

His research on bioactive peptides and natural preservation systems has been adopted globally, evidenced by 1,589 citations.

Why This Petition Was Approved

The petitioner submitted evidence of 174 peer-reviewed journal articles, 56 conference papers, and 2 books, which garnered 1,589 citations. He also demonstrated significant judging experience by completing at least 34 reviews for journals and serving on multiple Ph.D. dissertation committees. These metrics satisfied the EB-1A criteria for scholarly articles, judging, and original contributions of major significance.

Request for Evidence (RFE)

Successfully Addressed

The RFE questioned the international reach and final merits of the case. The response highlighted the global importance of replacing synthetic preservatives and provided evidence of worldwide usage of his innovations.

RFE Targets
Original Contributions

Evidence

Evidence Types
Peer Reviewed Publications
Citations
Judging Experience
Original Contributions
Evidence Submitted
  • 174 peer-reviewed journal articles
  • 56 conference papers
  • 2 books
  • 1,589 citations
  • 34 peer reviews for journals and conferences
  • Service on numerous Ph.D. dissertation committees
  • Development of natural preservatives from grape pomace and yeast-derived peptides

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A approved EB-1A (I-140) petition means USCIS determined the petitioner met the eligibility requirements. For appealed cases, "sustained" means the appeal reversed a prior denial. The petitioner can proceed to the next step in the immigration process.

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At a Glance

Outcome approved
Processing 654 days
RFE Issued
Criteria Met 3 / 3
Evidence Types 4

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Total Cases 881
Success Rate 52.9%
Sustained 466
Dismissed 299

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