approved EB-1A

Research Fellow

Medical Chemistry · China · 2023-05-23

Processing Time
28 days
Decision Date
2023-05-23
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Framework Evaluation

3 of 3 criteria met
Scholarly Articles (Met)

The petitioner authored 23 peer-reviewed scientific articles in international journals.

Judging (Met)

The petitioner completed 16 manuscript reviews for major journals in the field of medicinal chemistry.

Original Contributions (Met)

The petitioner's work in anti-cancer small molecule design and natural product synthesis has been cited 496 times and is considered foundational by peers.

Why This Petition Was Approved

The petitioner satisfied EB-1A criteria through 23 peer-reviewed scientific articles and 1 patent, which garnered 496 citations from researchers in 35 countries. Additionally, his expertise was recognized through 16 completed peer-review assignments for major international journals. His original contributions to medicinal chemistry and cancer research were validated by independent expert testimony.

Evidence

Evidence Types
Peer Reviewed Publications
Citations
Patents
Reference Letters Independent
Judging Experience
Original Contributions
Evidence Submitted
  • 23 peer-reviewed scientific articles
  • 1 patent
  • 496 citations from approximately 35 countries
  • 16 peer-review assignments for major journals
  • Original contributions to anti-cancer medication discovery and natural product synthesis

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Outcome approved
Processing 28 days
Criteria Met 3 / 3
Evidence Types 6

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