approved EB-2 (NIW)

Research Associate

Computer Engineering · Vietnam · 2022-05-19

Processing Time
612 days
Decision Date
2022-05-19
Location
Pennsylvania
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Proposed Endeavor

The petitioner proposes to develop efficient machine learning models to improve image classification, object detection, and facial recognition to enhance advanced healthcare diagnostics, public safety, and national security.

Framework Evaluation

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

The endeavor advances scientific knowledge in machine learning for healthcare and national security, fields of significant economic and safety importance.

2 Well-positioned to Advance the Endeavor Met

The petitioner's record of 5 publications, 43 citations, and peer review activity demonstrates his capability to lead this research.

3 Waiver of Job Offer and Labor Certification Met

The petitioner's work directly improves technology in which the U.S. government has invested substantially, making a waiver beneficial.

Why This Petition Was Approved

The petition was approved based on 4 peer-reviewed conference papers and 1 book chapter which garnered 43 citations. The petitioner also demonstrated expertise through peer reviews for international journals and provided 5 expert recommendation letters confirming his work's alignment with DHS initiatives and economic growth.

Evidence

Evidence Types
Peer Reviewed Publications
Citations
Reference Letters Independent
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 612 days
Criteria Met 3 / 3
Evidence Types 6

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Success Rate 54.2%
Sustained 2,112
Dismissed 1,687

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