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Professor

Veterinary Pathology · Egypt · 2022-04-29

Processing Time
100 days
Decision Date
2022-04-29
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Proposed Endeavor

The petitioner proposes to continue enhancing scientific understanding of anatomic pathology, enriching regenerative medicine, and developing animal models for novel therapeutic approaches, immunotherapy, and nanotechnology. Her work focuses on resolving key challenges in human pathology such as liver fibrosis, Alzheimer’s disease, drug abuse, and cancer.

Framework Evaluation

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

The endeavor has broad implications for the health and economic stability of the U.S. by addressing diseases like cancer and Alzheimer's.

2 Well-positioned to Advance the Endeavor Met

The petitioner is well-positioned due to her Ph.D., 69 publications, 657 citations, and extensive experience as a peer reviewer.

3 Waiver of Job Offer and Labor Certification Met

On balance, it is beneficial to the U.S. to waive the requirements given the petitioner's unique expertise in anatomic and experimental pathology.

Why This Petition Was Approved

The petition was approved based on the petitioner's Ph.D. and her record of 69 peer-reviewed journal articles and 4 conference papers which garnered 657 citations. Additionally, she demonstrated her standing in the field by conducting at least 60 peer reviews for reputable journals, satisfying the Dhanasar prongs for national importance and being well-positioned.

Evidence

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

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At a Glance

Outcome approved
Processing 100 days
Criteria Met 3 / 3
Evidence Types 5

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Total Cases 3,967
Success Rate 55.1%
Sustained 2,184
Dismissed 1,687

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