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University Lecturer

Aquaculture · Nigeria · 2022-05-24

Processing Time
99 days
Decision Date
2022-05-24
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Proposed Endeavor

The petitioner proposes to continue research on the effects of alternative feed ingredients, such as insects and plants with natural antibiotic effects, on gene expression in fish. This work aims to improve aquaculture nutrition and production while reducing reliance on antibiotics to mitigate the global threat of antimicrobial resistance.

Framework Evaluation

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

The research addresses global human health and food security by reducing antibiotic resistance in the food supply.

2 Well-positioned to Advance the Endeavor Met

The petitioner has 10 years of experience, 31 publications, and has served as a reviewer for 29 manuscripts.

3 Waiver of Job Offer and Labor Certification Met

The petitioner's work is supported by the USDA and offers significant benefits to U.S. agriculture and public health.

Why This Petition Was Approved

The petition was approved based on the petitioner's 31 peer-reviewed journal articles, 297 citations, and 29 completed peer reviews. The case was supported by 4 expert recommendation letters and evidence of funding from the U.S. Department of Agriculture, satisfying all three Dhanasar prongs.

Evidence

Evidence Types
Peer Reviewed Publications
Citations
Reference Letters Dependent
Grants
Conference Presentations
Original Contributions
Government Alignment

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A approved EB-2 NIW (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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At a Glance

Outcome approved
Processing 99 days
Criteria Met 3 / 3
Evidence Types 7

EB-2 (NIW) Case Data

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Total Cases 3,814
Success Rate 53.6%
Sustained 2,046
Dismissed 1,672

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