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Assistant Computational Scientist

Computational Biology · China · 2022-03-25

Processing Time
101 days
Decision Date
2022-03-25
Location
Connecticut
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Proposed Endeavor

The petitioner proposes to continue research on state-of-the-art computational biology approaches for disclosing gene-expression regulation mechanisms at the molecular level in health and disease. The work focuses on deepening the understanding of embryonic development and examining therapeutic mechanisms for diseases such as colorectal cancer through epigenomic feature discovery.

Framework Evaluation

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

The research relates to critical topics in early development and RNA biology, specifically addressing the devastating impact of colorectal cancer on U.S. public health.

2 Well-positioned to Advance the Endeavor Met

The petitioner has 6 years of research experience, a record of 8 publications, and has served as a reviewer for scientific journals 14 times.

3 Waiver of Job Offer and Labor Certification Met

On balance, the petitioner's ability to discover biomarkers for preemptive risk determination in cancer makes his presence beneficial to the U.S. regardless of a job offer.

Why This Petition Was Approved

The petition was approved based on the petitioner's 8 peer-reviewed journal articles (3 first-authored) and 101 citations. Evidence included 14 completed peer reviews for scientific journals, 4 expert recommendation letters, and 6 years of research experience. The endeavor's national importance was further validated by funding from the NIH, NIGMS, and USDA.

Evidence

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

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At a Glance

Outcome approved
Processing 101 days
Criteria Met 3 / 3
Evidence Types 6

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Success Rate 53.7%
Sustained 2,046
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