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Professor

Management Information Systems · China · 2025-09-22

Processing Time
561 days
Decision Date
2025-09-22
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Framework Evaluation

3 of 3 criteria met
Scholarly Articles (Met)

The petitioner authored 18 peer-reviewed journal articles, including 6 as first author, in leading academic journals.

Judging (Met)

The petitioner completed 18 peer reviews for leading academic journals in the field of management information systems.

Original Contributions (Met)

His original contributions in digital decision-making and data analytics are in the top 1% of most-cited works globally and have been adopted internationally by industry and academia.

Why This Petition Was Approved

The petitioner satisfied EB-1A criteria through a record of 18 peer-reviewed journal articles and 1,223 citations, placing him in the top 1% most-cited globally in his field. Additionally, he completed 18 peer reviews for leading academic journals and demonstrated the international adoption of his original methodologies by both academic and industry organizations.

Request for Evidence (RFE)

Successfully Addressed

The RFE requested clarification on the significance of the petitioner's original scientific contributions. The response provided updated citation metrics and expert testimonials to prove the real-world impact and adoption of his research.

RFE Targets
Original Contributions

Evidence

Evidence Types
Peer Reviewed Publications
Citations
Reference Letters Independent
Judging Experience
Original Contributions
Evidence Submitted
  • 18 peer-reviewed journal articles (6 first-authored)
  • 1,223 citations
  • Top 1% most-cited globally in management information systems
  • 18 completed peer reviews for leading academic journals
  • Evidence of international adoption of methodologies by academic and industry organizations

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At a Glance

Outcome approved
Processing 561 days
RFE Issued
Criteria Met 3 / 3
Evidence Types 5

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Total Cases 881
Success Rate 52.9%
Sustained 466
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