approved EB-1A

Research Scientist And Instructor

Reproductive Immunology · India · 2023-01-03

Processing Time
27 days
Decision Date
2023-01-03
Location
Michigan
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Framework Evaluation

3 of 3 criteria met
Scholarly Articles (Met)

The petitioner authored 18 peer-reviewed articles, 3 book chapters, and 1 book in international journals, which have been cited at least 503 times by researchers in 43 countries.

Judging (Met)

The petitioner completed 23 peer reviews and serves on the editorial boards of multiple scientific journals.

Original Contributions (Met)

Developed novel stem cell models for studying endometriosis and modeling genetic roots of disease, supported by significant foundation funding and expert testimonials.

Why This Petition Was Approved

The petitioner satisfied EB-1A criteria through 18 peer-reviewed articles, 3 book chapters, and 1 book which garnered 503 citations across 43 countries. His authority was further evidenced by 23 peer review assignments and editorial board memberships for multiple scientific journals. Additionally, his work received significant funding from the J. Willard and Alice S. Marriott Foundation and the Peery Foundation.

Evidence

Evidence Types
Peer Reviewed Publications
Citations
Grants
Judging Experience
Original Contributions
Reference Letters Independent
Evidence Submitted
  • 18 peer-reviewed scientific articles
  • 3 book chapters
  • 1 published book
  • 503 citations from researchers in 43 countries
  • 23 peer review instances
  • Editorial board memberships for multiple scientific journals
  • Original contributions: development of novel models for studying endometriosis
  • Creation of stem cell models for studying endometriosis

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Outcome approved
Processing 27 days
Criteria Met 3 / 3
Evidence Types 6

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Success Rate 52.9%
Sustained 466
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