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Epidemiologist III

Epidemiology · Nepal · 2023-02-26

Processing Time
89 days
Decision Date
2023-02-26
Location
Florida
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Proposed Endeavor

The petitioner proposes to continue his research on identifying at-risk persons and underlying factors contributing to substance abuse through advanced epidemiological studies and statistical analysis. This work aims to control the long-term health, social, and economic burdens associated with addiction and chronic tobacco use in the United States.

Framework Evaluation

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

The endeavor addresses the massive burden of healthcare complications from tobacco and substance abuse in the U.S.

2 Well-positioned to Advance the Endeavor Met

The petitioner has 5 years of experience, 18 publications, and 42 citations, showing he is equipped to lead this research.

3 Waiver Benefit Met

On balance, his work in identifying at-risk populations for addiction provides a significant benefit to U.S. public health that justifies waiving the labor certification.

Why This Petition Was Approved

The case was approved based on the petitioner's 18 peer-reviewed journal articles (4 first-authored) and 42 citations. He also demonstrated significant professional standing through 7 peer reviews, 5 years of direct research experience, and support from the National Institute on Drug Abuse.

Evidence

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

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At a Glance

Outcome approved
Processing 89 days
Criteria Met 3 / 3
Evidence Types 5

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Success Rate 53.6%
Sustained 2,046
Dismissed 1,674

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