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Graduate Researcher

Biomedical Engineering · Taiwan · 2022-05-07

Processing Time
89 days
Decision Date
2022-05-07
Location
Maryland
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Proposed Endeavor

The petitioner proposes to continue his research in advancing stem cell and tissue engineering science to develop artificial blood and organs for practical applications in clinical medicine. His work focuses on developing three-dimensional scaffolds for generating liver tissue and gene delivery platforms for directing stem cell differentiation.

Framework Evaluation

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

The research addresses the global shortage of organ donations by developing artificial blood and organs.

2 Well-positioned to Advance the Endeavor Met

The petitioner has 7 years of experience, 10 publications, and 190 citations demonstrating his influence in the field.

3 Balance of Interests Met

The petitioner's work in clinical medicine and tissue engineering provides significant benefits that outweigh the need for labor certification.

Why This Petition Was Approved

The petition was approved based on the petitioner's 10 peer-reviewed journal articles and 1 book chapter which garnered 190 citations. His work was supported by funding from the NIH and NINDS, and he provided 2 expert recommendation letters confirming his contributions to the field.

Evidence

Evidence Types
Peer Reviewed Publications
Citations
Grants
Reference Letters Dependent
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 89 days
Criteria Met 3 / 3
Evidence Types 6

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Success Rate 53.7%
Sustained 2,046
Dismissed 1,671

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