approved EB-1A
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Medicinal Chemistry · India · 2023-01-24
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Framework Evaluation
3 of 3 criteria metScholarly Articles (Met)
The petitioner published 15 peer-reviewed articles in leading journals with a high cumulative impact factor.
Judging (Met)
The petitioner completed 92 peer reviews and served as an editor for 5 prestigious journals.
Original Contributions (Met)
The petitioner developed novel synthetic routes for drug compounds used in treating major diseases, evidenced by 233 citations.
Why This Petition Was Approved
The case was approved based on the petitioner's 15 peer-reviewed scientific articles with a cumulative impact factor of 69.504 and 233 citations from peers in 37 countries. He demonstrated extraordinary ability through 92 peer review assignments and editorial positions at 5 prestigious journals. His research provided practical applications for treating complex diseases like diabetes and tuberculosis.
Evidence
Evidence Types
Peer Reviewed Publications
Citations
Reference Letters Independent
Judging Experience
Original Contributions
Evidence Submitted
- 15 peer-reviewed scientific articles in leading journals
- 233 citations by peers in at least 37 countries
- 92 peer review assignments for journals in the field
- Editorial roles for 5 prestigious journals
- Development of synthetic routes for drug compounds for diabetes, tuberculosis, and cancers
- Cumulative impact factor of 69.504 for published work
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