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Behavioral Sciences · Japan · 2025-05-15

Processing Time
332 days
Decision Date
2025-05-15
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Proposed Endeavor

The petitioner proposes to continue research in the United States focusing on socio-behavioral assessments and policy-level intervention design. The work aims to strengthen evidence-based public health infrastructure by partnering with public agencies and global institutions to improve immunization uptake and combat health misinformation.

Framework Evaluation

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

The endeavor addresses critical needs in public health misinformation, vaccine equity, and pandemic preparedness.

2 Well-positioned to Advance the Endeavor Met

The petitioner has a proven track record of academic success, including high citation counts and peer review experience for major journals.

3 Beneficial to Waive Labor Certification Met

The petitioner's unique contributions to urgent health challenges provide a benefit that outweighs the requirement of a job offer.

Why This Petition Was Approved

The petition was approved based on the researcher's 16 peer-reviewed journal articles, 8 conference abstracts, and 769 citations, with papers ranking in the top 0.1% to 10% of their field. The evidence demonstrated that the work satisfies all three Dhanasar prongs, particularly regarding national importance in pandemic preparedness and vaccine confidence.

Evidence

Evidence Types
Peer Reviewed Publications
Citations
Judging Experience
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 332 days
Criteria Met 3 / 3
Evidence Types 5

EB-2 (NIW) Case Data

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Total Cases 3,813
Success Rate 53.7%
Sustained 2,046
Dismissed 1,671

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