approved EB-1A
Research Investigator
Physiology · China · 2022-03-09
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Framework Evaluation
3 of 3 criteria metJudging the work of others (Met)
The petitioner completed 33 peer reviews, demonstrating her authority in the field of physiology.
Scholarly articles (Met)
The petitioner authored 41 peer-reviewed articles, 2 book chapters, and other scholarly materials.
Original contributions of major significance (Met)
Her research on glucose metabolism and the gut-liver axis is highly cited (1,144 times) and supported by major funding bodies like the NIH.
Why This Petition Was Approved
The petition was approved based on 41 peer-reviewed scientific articles, 1 abstract, 1 editorial, and 2 book chapters which garnered 1,144 citations from researchers in 57 countries. Additionally, the petitioner demonstrated her expertise by performing 33 peer reviews for professional journals. Her work was further validated by funding from prestigious institutions including the National Institutes of Health and the American Diabetes Association.
Evidence
Evidence Types
Peer Reviewed Publications
Citations
Reference Letters Independent
Reference Letters Dependent
Grants
Judging Experience
Original Contributions
Evidence Submitted
- 41 peer-reviewed scientific articles
- 1,144 citations from researchers in 57 countries
- 33 peer review assignments for professional journals
- 1 abstract, 1 editorial, and 2 book chapters
- Research funding from 4 institutes including NIH and American Diabetes Association
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Outcome approved
Processing 9 days
Criteria Met 3 / 3
Evidence Types 7
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