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approved EB-2 (NIW)

Ph.D. Candidate

Civil Engineering · Iran · 2025-05-21

Processing Time
58 days
Decision Date
2025-05-21
Location
Illinois
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Proposed Endeavor

The petitioner proposes to develop data-driven transportation systems using machine learning and optimization modeling to enhance the efficiency and sustainability of travel networks. Her work focuses on designing predictive models for route optimization, departure scheduling, and integrating drone charging infrastructure into urban delivery networks to reduce congestion and emissions.

Framework Evaluation

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

The endeavor addresses critical challenges in the $1.7 trillion U.S. transportation sector, specifically regarding congestion and CO2 emissions.

2 Well-positioned to Advance the Endeavor Met

The petitioner's record of peer-reviewed publications, high citation percentile, and peer review experience demonstrates her capability to lead this research.

3 Balance of Factors Met

The urgency of infrastructure modernization and climate goals makes it beneficial to waive the labor certification requirement for this highly qualified researcher.

Why This Petition Was Approved

The petition was approved based on the petitioner's authorship of three peer-reviewed journal articles and one book chapter, which garnered 14 citations and a top 10% ranking in her field. She also demonstrated her expertise by completing 11 peer reviews for prestigious venues like the Transportation Research Board. The evidence satisfied the Dhanasar prongs by linking her technical depth in big data and deep learning to national infrastructure and climate goals.

Evidence

Evidence Types
Peer Reviewed Publications
Citations
Reference Letters Dependent
Judging Experience
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 58 days
Criteria Met 3 / 3
Evidence Types 6

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Total Cases 3,813
Success Rate 53.7%
Sustained 2,046
Dismissed 1,671

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