approved EB-1A
Scientist II-Materials Scientist
Materials Science · China · 2023-07-29
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Framework Evaluation
4 of 3 criteria metPublished Scholarly Articles (Met)
The petitioner authored 45 peer-reviewed scientific articles and patents in the field of materials science.
Original Contributions of Major Significance (Met)
His research on anionic redox reactions and energy conversion electrocatalysts is supported by 1,379 citations and NSF funding.
Judging the Work of Others (Met)
The petitioner conducted at least 24 reviews for 4 different journals in his field.
Leading or Critical Role (Met)
He performed a significant role in research addressing national and global energy density and greenhouse gas reduction needs.
Why This Petition Was Approved
The petition was approved based on 45 peer-reviewed scientific articles and patents which garnered 1,379 citations from researchers in 54 countries. Additionally, the petitioner completed 24 peer reviews for 4 journals and demonstrated the high impact of his NSF-funded research on energy conversion electrocatalysts.
Evidence
Evidence Types
Peer Reviewed Publications
Citations
Patents
Reference Letters Independent
Grants
Judging Experience
Original Contributions
Government Alignment
Evidence Submitted
- 45 peer-reviewed scientific articles and patents
- 1,379 citations from at least 54 countries
- 24 peer reviews for at least 4 journals
- Funding from the National Science Foundation (NSF)
- Research on anionic redox reactions for battery energy density
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