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Postdoctoral Research Associate

Atmospheric Physics · Sri Lanka · 2022-03-23

Processing Time
432 days
Decision Date
2022-03-23
Location
Maryland
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Proposed Endeavor

The petitioner proposes to continue his research on developing and improving aerosol and cloud remote sensing methods to better understand their impact on climate and weather. The work focuses on clarifying the uncertain role clouds and aerosols play in climate change to advance solutions for its negative impacts.

Framework Evaluation

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

The endeavor provides a deeper understanding of climate change and its impacts on weather patterns, which is of great importance to the United States.

2 Well-positioned to Advance the Endeavor Met

The petitioner is well-positioned through his Ph.D., professional career samples, and a history of peer-reviewed publications and citations.

3 Waiver of Job Offer and Labor Certification Met

On balance, the petitioner's specialized research in atmospheric physics and support from NASA make it beneficial to waive the labor certification.

Why This Petition Was Approved

The petition was approved based on the petitioner's Ph.D. and a record of 4 peer-reviewed journal articles (2 first-authored) with 76 citations. The case was supported by expert letters and evidence of research funding from NASA, satisfying all three Dhanasar prongs.

Evidence

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

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Outcome approved
Processing 432 days
Criteria Met 3 / 3
Evidence Types 6

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Total Cases 3,895
Success Rate 54.2%
Sustained 2,112
Dismissed 1,687

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