How common are approved EB-2 NIW petitions?

EB-2 NIW petition outcomes vary based on the strength of evidence, the specific criteria addressed, and the adjudicating officer. Each case is evaluated individually based on its own merits and documentation.

How does the Cell Biology industry affect EB-2 NIW petition outcomes?

The Cell Biology sector has unique considerations for EB-2 NIW petitions. USCIS evaluates whether the petitioner's qualifications and contributions align with the specific requirements of the visa category. Industry context matters for demonstrating the significance and impact of the petitioner's work.

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Cell Biology · India · 2024-12-02

Processing Time

26 days

Decision Date

2024-12-02

Location

Alabama

This case is from a publicly available case study. Case studies tend to feature successful outcomes and may not reflect the full range of petition results.

Proposed Endeavor

The petitioner plans to develop precision biomarker oncology tests for biopsy samples to advance clinical cancer trials and drug development. Her work focuses on elucidating unique characteristics of cancer cells to establish therapeutic targets for precision medicine.

Framework Evaluation

3 of 3 criteria met

1 Substantial Merit and National Importance Met

The endeavor addresses the national interest in reducing cancer mortality through the development of precision oncology tests.

2 Well-positioned to Advance the Endeavor Met

The petitioner's Ph.D. and record of 6 peer-reviewed publications with 99 citations demonstrate her ability to advance the field.

3 Waiver Benefit Met

On balance, the petitioner's specialized research in cancer biomarkers justifies waiving the job offer and labor certification requirements.

Why This Petition Was Approved

The petition was approved based on the petitioner's Ph.D. in Cellular and Developmental Biology and a record of 6 peer-reviewed journal articles. Her work garnered 99 citations, demonstrating significant influence in the field. The case satisfied the Dhanasar prongs by addressing a critical national health need, as over 2 million new cancer cases were expected in 2024.

Evidence

Evidence Types

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 26 days

Criteria Met 3 / 3

Evidence Types 4

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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