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Molecular Biology · China · 2023-08-28
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Framework Evaluation
3 of 3 criteria metScholarly Articles (Met)
The petitioner published 19 peer-reviewed articles in leading molecular biology journals.
Judging (Met)
The petitioner completed 50 peer reviews, demonstrating recognition as an authority in the field.
Original Contributions (Met)
The petitioner's work on epigenetic mechanisms and cancer biology has been cited 2,010 times, showing major significance to the field.
Why This Petition Was Approved
The petition was approved based on 19 peer-reviewed scientific articles in leading journals with a collective impact factor of 41.376. These works garnered 2,010 citations from researchers in at least 69 countries, demonstrating widespread international influence. Additionally, the petitioner's authority was confirmed by 50 completed peer review assignments for field journals.
Evidence
Evidence Types
Peer Reviewed Publications
Citations
Reference Letters Independent
Judging Experience
Original Contributions
Evidence Submitted
- 19 peer-reviewed scientific articles in leading journals
- 2,010 citations from peers in at least 69 countries
- 50 peer review invitations to evaluate the work of others
- Impact factor of 41.376 for published works
- Four expert recommendation letters
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