approved EB-2 (NIW)

Research Fellow

Cancer Immunotherapy · Taiwan · 2023-10-19

Processing Time
3 days
Decision Date
2023-10-19
Location
Maryland
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Proposed Endeavor

The petitioner proposes to develop a multi-disciplinary screening platform to characterize drugs and biological molecules for immune system interventions. This work aims to reprogram the tumor microenvironment and enhance the efficacy of cancer immunotherapy treatments.

Framework Evaluation

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

The research addresses important issues in novel immunotherapy and screening techniques for improved precision medicine.

2 Well-positioned to Advance the Endeavor Met

The petitioner's record of 9 publications in top journals and 220 citations confirms her positioning to advance the field.

3 Waiver of Job Offer and Labor Certification Met

The petitioner offers contributions of such value that she would benefit the U.S. overall even if other qualified workers were available.

Why This Petition Was Approved

The petition was approved based on the petitioner's Ph.D. in biochemistry and molecular biology, 9 peer-reviewed journal articles (including 1 first-authored), and 220 citations. The evidence satisfied all three Dhanasar prongs, demonstrating the national importance and well-positioned nature of her research.

Evidence

Evidence Types
Peer Reviewed Publications
Citations
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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Outcome approved
Processing 3 days
Criteria Met 3 / 3
Evidence Types 4

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Success Rate 53.6%
Sustained 2,046
Dismissed 1,672

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