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Postdoctoral Visiting Fellow

Toxicology · China · 2022-04-27

Processing Time
76 days
Decision Date
2022-04-27
Location
Maryland
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Proposed Endeavor

The petitioner proposes to use data-driven approaches and machine-learning predictive models to develop novel tools for identifying harmful environmental chemicals and screening chemical compounds. His work focuses on revealing the impact of carcinogen exposure on the human body to mitigate the risks of cancer and other conditions.

Framework Evaluation

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

The research addresses cancer, a leading cause of death, by identifying and reducing exposure to environmental carcinogens.

2 Well-positioned to Advance the Endeavor Met

The petitioner has 34 publications, 494 citations, and has received significant funding from federal agencies like the NIH and EPA.

3 Waiver of Job Offer and Labor Certification Met

On balance, the petitioner's contributions to environmental safety and public health make his work beneficial to the U.S. without a labor certification.

Why This Petition Was Approved

The petition was approved based on the petitioner's 34 peer-reviewed journal articles, 494 citations, and 30 completed peer reviews. His work received funding from major agencies including the NTP, NIEHS, EPA, and NIH, satisfying all three Dhanasar prongs.

Evidence

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

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At a Glance

Outcome approved
Processing 76 days
Criteria Met 3 / 3
Evidence Types 7

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Success Rate 53.7%
Sustained 2,046
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