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Neuroscience · Pakistan · 2022-10-05

Processing Time
218 days
Decision Date
2022-10-05
Location
New York
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Proposed Endeavor

The petitioner proposes to investigate the biomechanics of the human brain using novel neurological sequencing techniques to reduce the burden of mental illness. Her work specifically focuses on the analysis of schizophrenia and other disorders like Alzheimer’s and diabetes to develop new treatments and psychotherapies.

Framework Evaluation

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

The endeavor addresses schizophrenia, which impacts 20 million people globally, and aligns with U.S. interests in medical technology and human rights.

2 Well-positioned to Advance the Endeavor Met

The petitioner has four years of direct research experience and a record of published, cited work in her specialized field.

3 Balance of Factors Met

The national importance of the research and the support from federal agencies like the NIH make it beneficial to waive the labor certification.

Why This Petition Was Approved

The petition was approved based on the petitioner's 4 peer-reviewed journal articles and 50 citations. Evidence included funding from the National Institutes of Health (NIH) and the U.S. Department of Veteran Affairs, along with expert letters confirming her role as a leader in schizophrenia research. All three Dhanasar prongs were satisfied without a Request for Evidence.

Evidence

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

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At a Glance

Outcome approved
Processing 218 days
Criteria Met 3 / 3
Evidence Types 6

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Success Rate 53.7%
Sustained 2,046
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