approved EB-2 (NIW)

Data Scientist

Computational Biology · China · 2022-05-19

Processing Time
120 days
Decision Date
2022-05-19
This case is from a publicly available case study. Case studies tend to feature successful outcomes and may not reflect the full range of petition results.

Proposed Endeavor

The petitioner proposes to develop improved techniques for the analysis of biological data to advance biomedical and genetics research in humans, plants, and livestock. The work focuses on developing genomic selection (GS) methods to identify genetic variants and improve breeding practices for better food crops and livestock.

Framework Evaluation

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

The endeavor provides novel insights into genetics and biomedical research with applications in medical care, genetic engineering, and American agriculture.

2 Well-positioned to Advance the Endeavor Met

The petitioner's expertise is demonstrated by 12 publications, 119 citations, and 13 peer reviews, showing she is a leader in computational biology.

3 Waiver Benefit Met

The research's broad implications for U.S. health and agriculture, supported by NSF funding, justify waiving the labor certification requirement.

Why This Petition Was Approved

The petition was approved based on the petitioner's 12 peer-reviewed journal articles (5 first-authored) and 119 citations, demonstrating wide recognition. Additional evidence included 13 peer review assignments for authoritative journals, funding from the National Science Foundation, and 4 expert recommendation letters satisfying all three Dhanasar prongs.

Evidence

Evidence Types
Peer Reviewed Publications
Citations
Reference Letters Dependent
Grants
Judging Experience
Original Contributions
Government Alignment

Similar Cases

Research Scientist

Biotechnology · Nigeria

WeGreened EB-2 (NIW) approved
67 days 2023-02-15
The petitioner proposes to continue research on the development of genomics-based multi-omics approaches for improving crops. This work focuses on accelerating genetic gain for yield, biotic and abiotic stress tolerance, and nutritional quality to address global hunger and food insecurity.

Analyst

Biotechnology · India

WeGreened EB-2 (NIW) approved
Maryland 156 days 2025-02-01
The petitioner proposes to continue research utilizing advanced computing and bioinformatic techniques to process and analyze multi-omics data. This work aims to further the understanding of genetic mutations and their effects on organismal biology for applications in cancer research, biomedical sciences, biodiversity conservation, and agricultural sciences.

Others

Biotechnology · China

WeGreened EB-2 (NIW) approved
163 days 2024-11-28
The petitioner proposes to utilize advanced computational genetics and multi-omics data analysis tools to elucidate the mechanisms underlying complex diseases and phenotypes. Her work focuses on uncovering biological processes to improve early diagnosis and treatment of these conditions.

Scientist

Biotechnology · India

WeGreened EB-2 (NIW) approved
Connecticut 45 days 2025-06-05
The petitioner proposes to develop biologically informed machine learning algorithms to analyze genomic sequencing data and identify CRISPR gene targets to map the genetic basis of diseases and guide next-generation gene-editing technologies.

Frequently Asked Questions

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.

Browse More Cases

Case data sourced from publicly available petition decisions and case studies. Decision date: 2022-05-19.

Browse all cases
View Original

At a Glance

Outcome approved
Processing 120 days
Criteria Met 3 / 3
Evidence Types 7

EB-2 (NIW) Case Data

Scraped Case Data

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

Get Case Insights

Compare your profile against thousands of real petition outcomes. Join the waitlist for personalized analysis.

Join Waitlist