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Biomedical Engineering · South Korea · 2022-03-05

Processing Time
111 days
Decision Date
2022-03-05
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Proposed Endeavor

The petitioner proposes to continue the development of biomedical sensor systems to generate novel concepts of healthcare and medical sensor systems. The work focuses on advancing knowledge of the human body’s electrical and mechanical signals to better understand unconscious physiological activity.

Framework Evaluation

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

The research contributes to significant advancements in the global biomedical sensors market and healthcare technology.

2 Well-positioned to Advance the Endeavor Met

The petitioner's expertise is demonstrated by 15 journal articles, 8 patents, and 386 citations.

3 Balance of Factors Met

The significance of the research is corroborated by peer and government interest, making a waiver of the labor certification beneficial to the U.S.

Why This Petition Was Approved

The petition was approved based on the petitioner's record of 15 peer-reviewed journal articles, 2 conference papers, and 8 patents, which accumulated 386 citations. The case was supported by 2 expert recommendation letters and evidence of funding from the National Research Foundation of Korea (NRF), satisfying the Dhanasar prongs.

Evidence

Evidence Types
Peer Reviewed Publications
Citations
Patents
Reference Letters Dependent
Grants
Conference Presentations
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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At a Glance

Outcome approved
Processing 111 days
Criteria Met 3 / 3
Evidence Types 7

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

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