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approved EB-2 (NIW)

Ph.D. Student

Cardiology · Nigeria · 2022-01-11

Processing Time
220 days
Decision Date
2022-01-11
Location
South Carolina
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Proposed Endeavor

The petitioner proposes to continue investigating the impact of microRNA 33a, COVID-19, and ABCA1 and ABCG1 transporter genes on vascular smooth muscle cell activity. This research aims to facilitate the development of novel treatments for atherosclerosis and mitigate the impact of cardiovascular diseases on public health.

Framework Evaluation

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

The endeavor addresses atherosclerosis and cardiovascular disease, which are major public health and economic burdens in the U.S.

2 Well-positioned to Advance the Endeavor Met

The petitioner is well-placed due to a history of successful positions, 7 publications, and 47 citations.

3 Waiver of Job Offer and Labor Certification Met

On balance, the petitioner's contributions to cardiology and public health nutrition justify a waiver of the labor certification.

Why This Petition Was Approved

The petition was approved based on the petitioner's M.Sc. degree, 7 peer-reviewed journal articles (4 first-authored), and 47 citations. Additional evidence included 4 expert recommendation letters, 4 peer review invitations, and funding from the American Heart Association, satisfying all three Dhanasar prongs.

Evidence

Evidence Types
Peer Reviewed Publications
Citations
Reference Letters Independent
Grants
Judging Experience
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 220 days
Criteria Met 3 / 3
Evidence Types 6

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Total Cases 3,814
Success Rate 53.6%
Sustained 2,046
Dismissed 1,672

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