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approved EB-2 (NIW)

Adjunct Lecturer

Hepatology · 2023-03-24

Processing Time
30 days
Decision Date
2023-03-24
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Proposed Endeavor

The petitioner proposes to determine the etiologic relationship of viral hepatitis, hepatocellular carcinoma, and Helicobacter pylori infection to develop novel treatments and improve health outcomes. The work focuses on providing essential knowledge for the reliable treatment of hepatitis B and liver cancer, addressing growing infection rates associated with the U.S. opioid crisis.

Framework Evaluation

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

The research provides essential knowledge for treating hepatitis B and hepatocellular carcinoma, which is a significant health concern in the U.S. linked to the opioid crisis.

2 Well-positioned to Advance the Endeavor Met

The petitioner has 13 years of experience, 58 publications, and 1,493 citations, demonstrating significant influence in the field.

3 Waiver of Job Offer and Labor Certification Met

On balance, the petitioner’s contributions to public health and NIH-funded research justify a waiver of the labor certification requirement.

Why This Petition Was Approved

The petition was approved based on 58 peer-reviewed journal articles with 1,493 citations and 7 manuscript reviews. The case was supported by 4 expert recommendation letters and evidence of funding from the National Institutes of Health (NIH), satisfying all three Dhanasar prongs.

Evidence

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

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At a Glance

Outcome approved
Processing 30 days
Criteria Met 3 / 3
Evidence Types 7

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Success Rate 53.7%
Sustained 2,046
Dismissed 1,671

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