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approved EB-1A RFE Issued

PhD Student

Nursing · Iran · 2025-10-04

Processing Time
115 days
Decision Date
2025-10-04
Location
Pennsylvania
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Framework Evaluation

3 of 3 criteria met
Scholarly Articles (Met)

The petitioner authored 77 journal articles and 2 books, demonstrating a sustained record of scholarly excellence.

Judging (Met)

The petitioner completed over 800 peer reviews for international journals, reflecting professional trust from the academic community.

Original Contributions (Met)

The petitioner's research on peer education for CABG patients and chronic disease care provided significant clinical benefits to the field.

Why This Petition Was Approved

The approval was based on a robust record including 77 peer-reviewed journal articles, 3 book chapters, and 2 books which garnered 1,788 citations. Additionally, the petitioner's extraordinary record of over 800 peer reviews and funding from a prestigious academic institution satisfied the EB-1A criteria.

Request for Evidence (RFE)

Successfully Addressed

The RFE questioned the petitioner's extraordinary ability and the significance of their contributions. The response provided additional evidence of international acclaim and clinical impact, leading to approval.

RFE Targets
Original Contributions

Evidence

Evidence Types
Peer Reviewed Publications
Citations
Reference Letters Independent
Grants
Judging Experience
Original Contributions
Evidence Submitted
  • 77 peer-reviewed journal articles (5 first-authored, 18 corresponding-authored)
  • 3 book chapters
  • 2 first-authored books
  • 1,788 total citations
  • Over 800 peer reviews for respected journals
  • Research on peer education following coronary artery bypass graft (CABG)

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At a Glance

Outcome approved
Processing 115 days
RFE Issued
Criteria Met 3 / 3
Evidence Types 6

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Total Cases 881
Success Rate 52.9%
Sustained 466
Dismissed 299

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