approved O-1
Neurointerventional Radiology Fellow
Neurointerventional Radiology · Republic of Georgia · 2023-09-01
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Framework Evaluation
3 of 3 criteria metScholarly Articles (Met)
The petitioner authored 15 peer-reviewed scientific articles and one book chapter in the field of neurointerventional radiology.
Judging the Work of Others (Met)
The petitioner demonstrated her expertise by completing at least 9 peer reviews for journals in her field.
Original Contributions (Met)
Her research on balloon anchoring techniques and stroke prediction has been cited 116 times, showing major significance to the field.
Why This Petition Was Approved
The approval was based on the petitioner meeting multiple O-1A criteria, including her authorship of 15 peer-reviewed scientific articles and one book chapter. Her work's impact was demonstrated by 116 citations and her participation as a judge of others' work through 9 peer reviews. Additionally, her research addressed pressing public health issues related to stroke and malignancy.
Evidence
Evidence Types
Peer Reviewed Publications
Citations
Reference Letters Independent
Judging Experience
Original Contributions
Achievements
- Authored 15 peer-reviewed scientific articles and 1 book chapter
- Accumulated 116 citations according to Google Scholar
- Completed at least 9 peer reviews for scientific journals
- Developed original research in balloon anchoring techniques for thrombectomy
- Conducted specialized research on predicting atrial fibrillation and recurrent stroke
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Outcome approved
Processing 62 days
Criteria Met 3 / 3
Evidence Types 5
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Success Rate 68.7%
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