approved EB-2 (NIW)

Graduate Research Assistant

Behavioral Science · Bangladesh · 2021-04-09

Processing Time
321 days
Decision Date
2021-04-09
Location
Alabama
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Proposed Endeavor

The petitioner proposes to continue his research in behavioral science, specifically focusing on the use of cognitive computing and analytics to study consumer behavior in retail, healthcare, and decision-making strategies. His work aims to develop and enhance novel tools for understanding consumer behaviors to increase healthcare availability and success throughout the United States.

Framework Evaluation

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

The research contributes to the development of tools for understanding consumer behaviors and increasing healthcare availability across the country.

2 Well-positioned to Advance the Endeavor Met

The petitioner's publication record, citation count, and history of competitive funding demonstrate his capability to advance behavioral science research.

3 Waiver of Job Offer and Labor Certification Met

The superior quality and relevance of the work in the competitive field of medical research justify a waiver of the labor certification.

Why This Petition Was Approved

The petition was approved based on the petitioner's record of 4 peer-reviewed journal articles and 5 peer-reviewed conference papers which accumulated 40 citations. Approval was further supported by his participation in the peer-review process, receipt of competitive funding from the American Pharmacists Association, and five expert recommendation letters confirming his vital contributions to the field.

Evidence

Evidence Types
Peer Reviewed Publications
Citations
Reference Letters Independent
Grants
Conference Presentations
Judging Experience
Original Contributions

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Outcome approved
Processing 321 days
Criteria Met 3 / 3
Evidence Types 7

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