approved EB-2 (NIW)

Scientist III

Computational Biology · China · 2021-05-19

Processing Time
428 days
Decision Date
2021-05-19
Location
Connecticut
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Proposed Endeavor

The petitioner proposes to continue his research in biology and biomedical informatics, specifically focusing on the expansion of biomedical ontologies and the study of regulated exocytosis. His work aims to address the health and economic burdens of neurodegenerative, immune, and inherited diseases, including the development of new avenues for diabetes drug design.

Framework Evaluation

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

The research addresses pressing national health issues including neurodegenerative and immune diseases.

2 Well-positioned to Advance the Endeavor Met

The petitioner has a Ph.D. and a significant record of 609 citations and 75 peer reviews, showing his influence in the field.

3 Waiver of Job Offer and Labor Certification Met

On balance, the petitioner's contributions to biomedical informatics and drug design justify a waiver of the labor certification.

Why This Petition Was Approved

The petition was approved based on 9 peer-reviewed scientific articles cited 609 times across 45 countries and the completion of 75 peer reviews for 7 journals. The case was supported by 4 expert letters and evidence of funding from the National Institutes of Health (NIH) and the American Heart Association, satisfying the Dhanasar prongs for national importance and being well-positioned.

Evidence

Evidence Types
Peer Reviewed Publications
Citations
Reference Letters Independent
Grants
Judging Experience
Original Contributions
Government Alignment

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Outcome approved
Processing 428 days
Criteria Met 3 / 3
Evidence Types 7

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