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Postdoctoral Research Fellow

Neuroscience · South Korea · 2022-04-08

Processing Time
615 days
Decision Date
2022-04-08
Location
Maryland
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Proposed Endeavor

The petitioner proposes to continue identifying novel protein regulators involved in learning and memory and analyzing synaptic proteins in brain function. The work involves characterizing post-transnational synaptic protein modifications to produce brain proteome datasets and develop spatiotemporal neuronal protein maps. The ultimate goal is to identify novel therapeutic targets for neurodevelopmental, neuropsychiatric, and neurodegenerative disorders such as Alzheimer's and autism.

Framework Evaluation

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

The research addresses pressing national health threats like Alzheimer's disease affecting millions of Americans.

2 Well-positioned to Advance the Endeavor Met

The petitioner has 14 years of experience, a significant citation record, and has secured federal funding from the NIMH.

3 Waiver of Job Offer and Labor Certification Met

On balance, the petitioner's contributions to neuroscience and drug development tools make it beneficial to waive the labor certification.

Why This Petition Was Approved

The case was approved based on the petitioner's 19 peer-reviewed journal articles and 5 conference papers which garnered 272 citations. Evidence included 4 expert recommendation letters, 14 years of research experience, and 2 completed peer reviews for elite journals. The endeavor's alignment with national health priorities and support from the National Institutes of Mental Health satisfied the Dhanasar prongs.

Evidence

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

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At a Glance

Outcome approved
Processing 615 days
Criteria Met 3 / 3
Evidence Types 8

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