approved EB-1B
Senior Reservoir And Completions Engineer
Geomechanics · India · 2023-05-15
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Framework Evaluation
3 of 2 criteria metScholarly Publications (Met)
The petitioner authored 15 peer-reviewed scientific articles in prestigious, high-impact journals.
Peer Review Judging (Met)
The petitioner completed at least 25 reviews for journals in his field of expertise.
Original Research Contributions (Met)
The petitioner developed a novel method for stress prediction in reservoirs and received DOE funding for transformative technology.
Why This Petition Was Approved
The petition was approved based on the petitioner meeting the EB-1B criteria for scholarly publications, peer review experience, and original scientific contributions. Metrics included 15 peer-reviewed articles, 25 journal reviews, and 281 citations. His work's impact was further evidenced by funding from the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE).
Evidence
Evidence Types
Peer Reviewed Publications
Citations
Reference Letters Independent
Grants
Judging Experience
Original Contributions
Government Alignment
Evidence Submitted
- 15 peer-reviewed scientific articles
- 1 technical report
- 25 peer reviews for journals
- 281 citations (Google Scholar)
- Funding from the US Department of Energy (DOE)
- Ph.D. in Geophysics
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A approved EB-1B (I-140) petition means USCIS determined the petitioner met the eligibility requirements. For appealed cases, "sustained" means the appeal reversed a prior denial. The petitioner can proceed to the next step in the immigration process.
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Case data sourced from publicly available petition decisions and case studies. Decision date: 2023-05-15.
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Outcome approved
Processing 7 days
Criteria Met 3 / 2
Evidence Types 7
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Total Cases 63
Success Rate 98.4%
Sustained 62
Dismissed 1
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