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Computational Engineering · Nepal · 2025-06-09

Processing Time
12 days
Decision Date
2025-06-09
Location
North Carolina
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Proposed Endeavor

The petitioner proposes to develop scalable computational systems integrating statistical modeling, machine learning, and AI to address infrastructure resilience and public health. His work focuses on improving water distribution systems by leveraging deep learning for leak detection, contamination monitoring, and forecasting inefficiencies.

Framework Evaluation

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

The endeavor addresses critical challenges in infrastructure resilience, water security, and public health through AI.

2 Well-positioned to Advance the Endeavor Met

The petitioner has a record of published research, a patent application, and recognized expertise through peer review and industry adoption of his algorithms.

3 Balance of Factors Met

The petitioner's unique integration of AI and civil engineering provides benefits that outweigh the need for a labor certification.

Why This Petition Was Approved

The petition was approved based on the petitioner's 2 peer-reviewed journal articles, 1 conference article, and 1 filed patent application which garnered 20 citations. His expertise was further validated by 8 manuscript reviews for high-impact journals and the adoption of his algorithms by municipal water systems. The case satisfied all three Dhanasar prongs through 4 expert recommendation letters and evidence of national relevance.

Evidence

Evidence Types
Peer Reviewed Publications
Citations
Patents
Reference Letters Independent
Judging Experience
Original Contributions

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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 12 days
Criteria Met 3 / 3
Evidence Types 6

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Total Cases 3,895
Success Rate 54.2%
Sustained 2,112
Dismissed 1,687

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