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Post Doctoral Research Associate

Plant Science · Nepal · 2024-01-17

Processing Time
6 days
Decision Date
2024-01-17
Location
Maryland
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Proposed Endeavor

The petitioner proposes to elucidate how plants respond to biotic and abiotic environments to develop high-yielding crop cultivars resistant to disease and tolerant to drought. The work focuses on plant breeding and genetics to mitigate risks of food shortages, fortify crops against climate challenges, and decrease greenhouse gas emissions.

Framework Evaluation

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

The endeavor addresses food insecurity and climate-related agricultural challenges, which are of significant national importance.

2 Well-positioned to Advance the Endeavor Met

The petitioner's Ph.D., publication record, and NIFA funding demonstrate he is well-positioned to succeed.

3 Waiver Benefit Met

On balance, the U.S. benefits from waiving the job offer requirement due to the critical nature of the petitioner's agricultural research.

Why This Petition Was Approved

The petition was approved based on the petitioner's Ph.D. in plant science and a record of 3 peer-reviewed journal articles and 6 abstracts. His work had garnered 28 citations and received funding from the National Institute of Food and Agriculture (NIFA), satisfying all three Dhanasar prongs.

Evidence

Evidence Types
Peer Reviewed Publications
Citations
Grants
Government Alignment
Original Contributions

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At a Glance

Outcome approved
Processing 6 days
Criteria Met 3 / 3
Evidence Types 5

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Success Rate 53.7%
Sustained 2,046
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