approved EB-1B
Research Scientist II
Pharmaceutical Sciences · China · 2021-06-29
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Framework Evaluation
3 of 2 criteria metScholarly Publications (Met)
The petitioner authored 13 articles in top-tier, internationally circulated scientific journals.
Judging the Work of Others (Met)
The petitioner completed 80 peer reviews, demonstrating active participation as a judge of other experts.
Original Research Contributions (Met)
The petitioner's work in nano-medicine and drug delivery was recognized through significant citations and federal funding from the NIH and DoD.
Why This Petition Was Approved
The petition was approved based on the petitioner's 13 peer-reviewed journal articles and 138 citations from researchers in multiple countries, demonstrating international influence. Additionally, the petitioner's record of 80 peer reviews satisfied the judging criterion. The research's impact was further validated by funding from the NIH and the U.S. Department of Defense.
Evidence
Evidence Types
Peer Reviewed Publications
Citations
Reference Letters Independent
Grants
Judging Experience
Original Contributions
Government Alignment
Evidence Submitted
- 13 peer-reviewed journal articles in high-impact international journals
- 138 citations from researchers in Korea, Denmark, Netherlands, Turkey, Japan, and South Africa
- 80 peer reviews conducted for experts in the field
- Funding support from the National Institutes of Health (NIH)
- Funding support from the United States Department of Defense (DoD)
- Ph.D. in Pharmaceutical Sciences
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A approved EB-1B (I-140) petition means USCIS determined the petitioner met the eligibility requirements. For appealed cases, "sustained" means the appeal reversed a prior denial. The petitioner can proceed to the next step in the immigration process.
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