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Consulting Engineer

Civil Engineering · India · 2023-08-29

Processing Time
5 days
Decision Date
2023-08-29
Location
Massachusetts
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Proposed Endeavor

The petitioner proposes to continue research on developing robust solutions to improve the safety of built environments against extreme hazards, including natural or man-made disasters. The work focuses on catastrophe risk reduction and enhancing infrastructure resilience through the study of reinforced concrete structures under severe events.

Framework Evaluation

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

The research has high value and national significance as it improves the resilience and safety of the built environment against extreme threats and disasters.

2 Well-positioned to Advance the Endeavor Met

The petitioner is regarded as an expert based on a record of 132 citations, 43 peer reviews, and funding from the U.S. Department of Energy.

3 Waiver of Job Offer and Labor Certification Met

On balance, it was concluded that the petitioner's work in civil engineering and manufacturing processes is advantageous to the United States.

Why This Petition Was Approved

The petition was approved based on 5 peer-reviewed journal articles, 5 conference papers, and 2 technical reports which garnered 132 citations. The petitioner also demonstrated expertise through 43 peer reviews for reputable publications and received funding from the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE), satisfying the Dhanasar prongs for national importance and being well-positioned.

Evidence

Evidence Types
Peer Reviewed Publications
Citations
Grants
Conference Presentations
Judging Experience
Government Alignment

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Outcome approved
Processing 5 days
Criteria Met 3 / 3
Evidence Types 6

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