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Postdoctoral Research Associate

Photonics · China · 2022-03-24

Processing Time
97 days
Decision Date
2022-03-24
Location
West Virginia
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Proposed Endeavor

The petitioner proposes to continue developing state-of-the-art photonic approaches for optical sensing, communications, and biomedical applications. This work specifically focuses on advancing global efforts to identify and treat hematological conditions such as sickle-cell disease and creating tunable nanoplasmonic devices for virus detection.

Framework Evaluation

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

The endeavor to develop photonic approaches for optical sensing and biomedical applications was found to have substantial merit and national importance, particularly for treating hematological conditions.

2 Well-positioned to Advance the Endeavor Met

The petitioner is well-positioned due to 8 years of research experience, a strong publication record of 37 journal articles, and 415 citations.

3 Balance of Interests Met

On balance, it was determined beneficial to waive the job offer requirement given the petitioner's contributions to medical technology and support from multiple national funding agencies.

Why This Petition Was Approved

The petition was approved based on the client's 37 peer-reviewed journal articles and 6 conference publications which garnered 415 citations. Additionally, the petitioner completed 16 peer reviews and demonstrated 8 years of research experience supported by funding from major agencies like the NIH, NSF, and the U.S. Army Research Office.

Evidence

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

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At a Glance

Outcome approved
Processing 97 days
Criteria Met 3 / 3
Evidence Types 7

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Success Rate 53.7%
Sustained 2,046
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