approved EB-2 (NIW)

Visiting Assistant Professor

Cognitive Science · Hong Kong · 2025-04-22

Processing Time
160 days
Decision Date
2025-04-22
Location
Connecticut
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Proposed Endeavor

The petitioner proposes to design cutting-edge neuroscience experiments and computational models to understand how the brain processes reading and visual information. This work focuses on how writing systems shape neural representations of language to enhance recovery programs and educational tools for individuals with aphasia and dyslexia.

Framework Evaluation

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

The research holds national importance due to its potential to improve literacy rates and address reading disabilities.

2 Well-positioned to Advance the Endeavor Met

The petitioner's record of publications, high citation count, and peer review experience demonstrates he is well-positioned.

3 Balance of Interests Met

It was determined that the U.S. would benefit from waiving the labor certification requirement to allow the petitioner to continue his impactful research.

Why This Petition Was Approved

The petition was approved based on a record of 2 peer-reviewed journal articles, 2 conference papers, 7 abstracts, and 1 preprint, totaling 94 citations. One paper was ranked in the top 10% most cited in Neuroscience & Behavior. The petitioner also completed 5 peer reviews for top academic journals and conferences, satisfying all three Dhanasar prongs.

Evidence

Evidence Types
Peer Reviewed Publications
Citations
Reference Letters Dependent
Conference Presentations
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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Outcome approved
Processing 160 days
Criteria Met 3 / 3
Evidence Types 7

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Sustained 2,046
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