approved EB-1B

Tenure-Track Assistant Professor

Communication Studies · India · 2023-11-02

Processing Time
7 days
Decision Date
2023-11-02
Location
Michigan
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Framework Evaluation

3 of 2 criteria met
Scholarly Publications (Met)

The petitioner published 8 peer-reviewed journal articles and 2 book chapters in highly impacting journals.

Original Research Contributions (Met)

Her work on media communication and sexual violence depictions has been widely cited and recognized by experts as beneficial to national interests.

Peer Review Judging (Met)

She completed at least 14 peer review assignments, a task reserved for accomplished professionals in the field.

Why This Petition Was Approved

The petition was approved based on the petitioner's 155 citations and 8 peer-reviewed journal articles, which demonstrated widespread recognition in communication studies. Her 14 peer review assignments served as evidence of her esteemed reputation and expertise. Additionally, her 12 years of research experience and 4 expert recommendation letters satisfied the EB-1B criteria for original contributions and international recognition.

Evidence

Evidence Types
Peer Reviewed Publications
Citations
Reference Letters Independent
Judging Experience
Original Contributions
Government Alignment
Evidence Submitted
  • 8 peer-reviewed journal articles
  • 2 book chapters
  • 155 citations from well-reputed researchers
  • 14 peer review assignments
  • 4 recommendation letters from experts
  • 12 years of research experience
  • Doctor of Philosophy and Master of Arts in Communication

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Outcome approved
Processing 7 days
Criteria Met 3 / 2
Evidence Types 6

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Success Rate 98.4%
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