approved EB-2 (NIW)

Assistant Professor

Architectural Engineering · Turkey · 2024-02-20

Processing Time
6 days
Decision Date
2024-02-20
Location
Wyoming
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Proposed Endeavor

The petitioner proposes to integrate state-of-the-art computational methods with sustainable design principles to identify efficient energy solutions for individual buildings and collective urban infrastructure. This work aims to advance urban building energy efficiency and provide transformative technology for urban sustainability and policy decisions.

Framework Evaluation

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

The endeavor to improve urban building energy efficiency was found to have substantial merit and national importance due to its benefits to the global economy and public health.

2 Well-positioned to Advance the Endeavor Met

The petitioner's academic background, publication record, and 30 peer reviews demonstrated she is well-positioned to succeed in her research.

3 Waiver of Job Offer and Labor Certification Met

On balance, the petitioner's contributions to greener, more efficient cities made it beneficial for the U.S. to waive the labor certification requirement.

Why This Petition Was Approved

The petition was approved based on the petitioner's Ph.D. in civil engineering, 2 peer-reviewed journal articles, and 4 peer-reviewed conference papers which accumulated 44 citations. Additionally, she completed 30 peer reviews for acclaimed journals and provided evidence of 3 key projects supported by expert commentaries, satisfying all three Dhanasar prongs.

Evidence

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

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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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Outcome approved
Processing 6 days
Criteria Met 3 / 3
Evidence Types 5

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