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approved EB-1A RFE Issued

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Nanoengineering · India · 2025-08-26

Processing Time
117 days
Decision Date
2025-08-26
Location
Oregon
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Framework Evaluation

3 of 3 criteria met
Scholarly Articles (Met)

The petitioner authored 5 peer-reviewed journal articles and 4 abstracts in the field of nanoengineering.

Judging (Met)

The petitioner conducted at least 12 peer reviews for top-tier journals in his field.

Original Contributions (Met)

The petitioner's work on nanowire development and thin film deposition was recognized through 136 citations and funding from major government agencies like ONR and ARO.

Why This Petition Was Approved

The approval was based on 5 peer-reviewed journal articles and 4 first-authored abstracts that garnered 136 citations from scholars in 19 countries. Additionally, the petitioner's 12 peer reviews for top journals and research funding from the Office of Naval Research (ONR) and Army Research Office (ARO) satisfied the EB-1A criteria.

Request for Evidence (RFE)

Successfully Addressed

USCIS issued an RFE questioning the petitioner's extraordinary ability and the significance of his contributions. The response strategically presented funded projects and international recognition to successfully address these concerns.

RFE Targets
Original Contributions

Evidence

Evidence Types
Peer Reviewed Publications
Citations
Grants
Judging Experience
Original Contributions
Evidence Submitted
  • 5 peer-reviewed journal articles (2 first-authored)
  • 4 first-authored abstracts
  • 136 citations from scholars in at least 19 countries
  • 12 peer reviews for top journals
  • Research funding from the Office of Naval Research (ONR)
  • Research funding from the Army Research Office (ARO)

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At a Glance

Outcome approved
Processing 117 days
RFE Issued
Criteria Met 3 / 3
Evidence Types 5

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Total Cases 881
Success Rate 52.9%
Sustained 466
Dismissed 299

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