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Graduate Researcher

Public Policy · Taiwan · 2022-03-15

Processing Time
96 days
Decision Date
2022-03-15
Location
Virginia
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Proposed Endeavor

The petitioner proposes to continue research into analyzing and evaluating science, technology, and innovation policies. The work focuses on reducing digital inequality, fostering civic engagement, and discovering solutions to public health and policy challenges through the study of e-government systems.

Framework Evaluation

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

The research is of great importance as it sheds light on how technology and digital tools change communications and civic engagement.

2 Well-positioned to Advance the Endeavor Met

The petitioner is well-positioned due to his education, documented record of 203 citations, and influence on other scholars' understanding of digital inequality.

3 Balance of Factors Met

The continuation of his research is vital to the effective implementation of e-government systems, justifying a waiver of the job offer requirement.

Why This Petition Was Approved

The petition was approved based on the petitioner's M.P.A. degree and a publication record consisting of 6 peer-reviewed journal articles, 1 book chapter, and 2 conference papers. His work garnered 203 citations and he completed 8 peer reviews, satisfying the Dhanasar prongs for national importance and being well-positioned.

Evidence

Evidence Types
Peer Reviewed Publications
Citations
Conference Presentations
Judging Experience
Original Contributions
Reference Letters Dependent

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At a Glance

Outcome approved
Processing 96 days
Criteria Met 3 / 3
Evidence Types 6

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Total Cases 3,815
Success Rate 53.6%
Sustained 2,046
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