approved EB-1A
Professor
Food Science · South Korea · 2025-05-10
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Framework Evaluation
3 of 3 criteria metScholarly Articles (Met)
The petitioner authored 92 peer-reviewed journal articles and 65 conference abstracts in the field of food science.
Judging (Met)
The petitioner completed more than 50 peer reviews for various scientific journals, demonstrating expertise recognized by peers.
Original Contributions (Met)
The petitioner's work has been cited 5,834 times, indicating a major original contribution to the field of food safety and public health.
Why This Petition Was Approved
The petition was approved based on a high volume of scientific output, including 92 peer-reviewed journal articles and 65 conference abstracts. The petitioner demonstrated significant impact through 5,834 citations and professional standing via 50 completed peer reviews for scientific journals. The case successfully established that the work advances food safety at a structural level, aligning with U.S. national interests.
Evidence
Evidence Types
Peer Reviewed Publications
Citations
Conference Presentations
Judging Experience
Original Contributions
Grants
Government Alignment
Evidence Submitted
- 92 peer-reviewed journal articles
- 65 conference abstracts
- 5,834 citations from researchers globally
- Completion of more than 50 peer reviews for scientific journals
- Research funding from multiple respected institutions
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Case data sourced from publicly available petition decisions and case studies. Decision date: 2025-05-10.
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Outcome approved
Processing 17 days
Criteria Met 3 / 3
Evidence Types 7
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