approved EB-2 (NIW)

Research Fellow

Biomedical Science · China · 2022-03-21

Processing Time
108 days
Decision Date
2022-03-21
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Proposed Endeavor

The petitioner proposes to continue his research investigating the molecular mechanisms behind genetic disorders, inflammation-associated disorders, and cancers. This work aims to facilitate the development of novel treatments and deepen the scientific understanding of these conditions to provide new therapeutic avenues.

Framework Evaluation

3 of 3 criteria met
1 Substantial Merit and National Importance Met

The research into molecular mechanisms of cancers and genetic disorders was found to have significant real-world applicability to incurable conditions.

2 Well-positioned to Advance the Endeavor Met

The petitioner's 8 years of experience, history of major funding, and publication record demonstrate he is at the leading edge of discovery.

3 Waiver of Job Offer and Labor Certification Met

On balance, the petitioner's expertise and the importance of his research breakthroughs make it beneficial to the U.S. to waive the labor certification requirement.

Why This Petition Was Approved

The petition was approved based on the petitioner's record of 4 peer-reviewed journal articles and 1 book chapter which garnered 130 citations. He demonstrated significant impact through 4 major grants from institutions like the NIH's NIDDK and the Canadian Institutes of Health Research, satisfying all three Dhanasar prongs.

Evidence

Evidence Types
Peer Reviewed Publications
Citations
Reference Letters Independent
Grants
Original Contributions

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Outcome approved
Processing 108 days
Criteria Met 3 / 3
Evidence Types 5

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