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Biotechnologies · Nigeria · 2023-02-15

Processing Time
67 days
Decision Date
2023-02-15
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Proposed Endeavor

The petitioner proposes to continue research on the development of genomics-based multi-omics approaches for improving crops. This work focuses on accelerating genetic gain for yield, biotic and abiotic stress tolerance, and nutritional quality to address global hunger and food insecurity.

Framework Evaluation

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

The research addresses global threats of hunger and food insecurity and has immediate significance to the U.S. agricultural industry, which contributed $1.055 trillion to the GDP.

2 Well-positioned to Advance the Endeavor Met

The petitioner has 22 years of experience, 56 journal articles, 2,321 citations, and has held leadership positions including Faculty Dean and national president of a professional society.

3 Waiver of Job Offer and Labor Certification Met

The petitioner's extensive record of publications, citations, and expert peer review service demonstrates that his contributions are widely recognized and relied upon in the field.

Why This Petition Was Approved

The petition was approved based on the petitioner's 56 peer-reviewed journal articles, 10 book chapters, and 8 books which garnered 2,321 citations. Additionally, the petitioner demonstrated expertise through 5 peer reviews, 22 years of research experience, and leadership roles such as Faculty Dean and national president of a professional biotechnology society.

Evidence

Evidence Types
Peer Reviewed Publications
Citations
Original Contributions
Judging Experience
Grants

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Outcome approved
Processing 67 days
Criteria Met 3 / 3
Evidence Types 5

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Sustained 2,046
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