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Structural Consultant

Civil Engineering · Iraq · 2023-08-01

Processing Time
18 days
Decision Date
2023-08-01
Location
Illinois
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Proposed Endeavor

The petitioner proposes to continue his research on creating robust and efficient renewable energy sources and structures designed to withstand natural calamities such as earthquakes, hurricanes, and high waves. His work focuses on tailoring infrastructure to specific regional environmental disasters while lowering carbon emissions through sustainable construction practices.

Framework Evaluation

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

The research regarding durable structures is integral to managing national economic costs of disaster relief and meeting regional environmental safety needs.

2 Well-positioned to Advance the Endeavor Met

The petitioner is well-positioned due to his Ph.D., NSF funding, and a record of 4 journal articles with 70 citations.

3 Balance of Factors Met

The petitioner's expertise in evaluating structures under natural hazards makes his continued work beneficial to the U.S. public infrastructure.

Why This Petition Was Approved

The petition was approved based on the petitioner's Ph.D. in civil engineering, 4 peer-reviewed journal articles, and 2 technical reports which accumulated 70 citations. Additionally, he demonstrated national importance through funding from the National Science Foundation (NSF) and his experience performing 3 peer reviews for respected journals.

Evidence

Evidence Types
Peer Reviewed Publications
Citations
Grants
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 18 days
Criteria Met 3 / 3
Evidence Types 6

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Success Rate 53.7%
Sustained 2,046
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