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Biomedical Engineering · Iran · 2022-05-13

Processing Time
506 days
Decision Date
2022-05-13
Location
Massachusetts
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Proposed Endeavor

The petitioner proposes to develop hydrogels for the treatment of infected chronic wounds and design novel nanomaterials with optimized surface properties to inhibit microbial biofilms on medical implants. This work focuses on nanograin tuning and bioactive nano-grained stainless steel to reduce bacterial growth and adherence in medical devices.

Framework Evaluation

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

The work addresses the critical issue of antibiotic-resistant infections which affect 2.8 million Americans annually.

2 Well-positioned to Advance the Endeavor Met

The petitioner has 4 years of experience, a strong publication record, and significant citation counts.

3 Balance of Factors Met

The benefits of reducing healthcare-associated infections and associated costs outweigh the need for labor certification.

Why This Petition Was Approved

The petition was approved based on 9 peer-reviewed journal articles, 1 patent application, and 98 citations demonstrating the field's reliance on the work. The endeavor's national importance was supported by funding from the NIH, DoD, and American Heart Association, satisfying the Dhanasar prongs.

Evidence

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

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At a Glance

Outcome approved
Processing 506 days
Criteria Met 3 / 3
Evidence Types 7

EB-2 (NIW) Case Data

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

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