approved EB-1A

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Biomedical Sciences · India · 2025-03-31

Processing Time
186 days
Decision Date
2025-03-31
Location
Massachusetts
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Framework Evaluation

3 of 3 criteria met
Scholarly Articles (Met)

The petitioner authored 8 peer-reviewed articles in scientific journals, including 4 as first author.

Judging (Met)

The petitioner completed at least 10 peer reviews for various scientific journals in his field.

Original Contributions (Met)

The petitioner's research led to 174 citations and significant diagnostic advancements in typhoid fever and neutrophil biology.

Why This Petition Was Approved

The petition was approved based on the submission of 8 peer-reviewed journal articles and 174 total citations from researchers in 33 countries. Additionally, the petitioner demonstrated professional standing by completing at least 10 peer reviews for scientific journals. These metrics satisfied the regulatory requirements for the EB-1A extraordinary ability category.

Evidence

Evidence Types
Peer Reviewed Publications
Citations
Reference Letters Independent
Judging Experience
Original Contributions
Government Alignment
Evidence Submitted
  • 8 peer-reviewed journal articles (4 first-authored)
  • 174 total citations across at least 33 countries
  • 10 completed peer reviews for scientific journals
  • Research on septin complexes in human cells
  • Research identifying the role of angiostatin in neutrophil biology
  • Development of rapid multiplex PCR for typhoid fever diagnosis

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Outcome approved
Processing 186 days
Criteria Met 3 / 3
Evidence Types 6

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Success Rate 53.0%
Sustained 487
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