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approved EB-2 (NIW)

Ph.D. Candidate

Civil Engineering · Nepal · 2022-01-04

Processing Time
302 days
Decision Date
2022-01-04
Location
North Carolina
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Proposed Endeavor

The petitioner proposes to develop easily accessible decision-supporting models to solve complex real-world water problems by addressing spatio-temporal obstacles in existing models. His work involves integrating statistical and socioeconomic models to characterize human activity and climate impacts while developing water allocation strategies to optimize benefits at local and basin levels.

Framework Evaluation

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

The research related to solving complex real-world water problems and hydropower development was found to have significant merit and national importance.

2 Well-positioned to Advance the Endeavor Met

The petitioner's record of publications, citations, and DOE-supported research demonstrated he is well-positioned to succeed.

3 On Balance, Beneficial to Waive Job Offer Met

The unique contributions to U.S. hydropower industry and policymaking justified a waiver of the labor certification.

Why This Petition Was Approved

The petition was approved based on the petitioner's 1 peer-reviewed journal article, 4 conference papers, and 4 technical reports which garnered 40 citations. Approval was further supported by 3 peer reviews completed by the petitioner and 4 expert recommendation letters, satisfying all three Dhanasar prongs.

Evidence

Evidence Types
Peer Reviewed Publications
Citations
Reference Letters Dependent
Grants
Conference Presentations
Judging Experience
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 302 days
Criteria Met 3 / 3
Evidence Types 7

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Success Rate 53.7%
Sustained 2,046
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