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Applied Scientist

Machine Learning · China · 2023-07-14

Processing Time
9 days
Decision Date
2023-07-14
Location
Texas
This case is from a publicly available case study. Case studies tend to feature successful outcomes and may not reflect the full range of petition results.

Framework Evaluation

5 of 3 criteria met
Scholarly Articles (Met)

The petitioner authored 14 peer-reviewed scientific articles in the field of machine learning and geophysics.

Judging (Met)

The petitioner completed at least 55 reviews for 3 different journals, demonstrating his status as a judge of the work of others.

Original Contributions (Met)

His research resulted in 399 citations and fundamentally transformed geophysical modeling approaches, particularly in seismic structural analysis.

Leading Role (Met)

The petitioner performed a significant role for organizations or establishments that have a distinguished reputation.

High Salary (Met)

The petitioner provided evidence of receipt of a higher salary or remuneration than is usual in the field.

Why This Petition Was Approved

The petition was approved based on meeting multiple EB-1A criteria, including 14 peer-reviewed scientific articles and 399 citations according to Google Scholar. Additionally, the petitioner demonstrated significant judging experience with 55 reviews for 3 journals. His original contributions to seismic structural analysis and high remuneration were also key factors in the approval.

Evidence

Evidence Types
Peer Reviewed Publications
Citations
Judging Experience
Original Contributions
High Salary
Evidence Submitted
  • 14 peer-reviewed scientific articles
  • 399 citations according to Google Scholar
  • 55 peer reviews for at least 3 journals
  • Original contributions to seismic structural analysis and geophysical modeling
  • Evidence of a significant role for organizations with a distinguished reputation
  • Evidence of receiving a higher salary or remuneration than is usual in the field

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At a Glance

Outcome approved
Processing 9 days
Criteria Met 5 / 3
Evidence Types 5

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Total Cases 881
Success Rate 52.9%
Sustained 466
Dismissed 299

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