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Cybersecurity And Computer Science · Nepal · 2024-05-03

Processing Time
15 days
Decision Date
2024-05-03
Location
New York
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Proposed Endeavor

The petitioner proposes to continue his research and teaching in cybersecurity, blockchain systems, and machine learning within a U.S. academic institution. His work focuses on enhancing transparency, accountability, and fraud resistance in sectors such as finance and healthcare through trust-centered technology. The endeavor aims to address critical national challenges including secure public service delivery and ethical AI use.

Framework Evaluation

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

The endeavor addresses critical national challenges in secure public service delivery, financial data integrity, and ethical AI use.

2 Well-positioned to Advance the Endeavor Met

The petitioner is a leading specialist with a Ph.D. and a significant record of publications, citations, and peer reviews in cybersecurity.

3 Balance of Interests Met

The petitioner's contributions to blockchain innovation and cyber defense provide a compelling record of major significance that warrants a waiver.

Why This Petition Was Approved

The petition was approved based on the petitioner's Ph.D. in mathematical and computational sciences and a robust publication record including 8 journal articles, 13 conference papers, and 2 books. Evidence showed 335 citations with 9 publications in the top 1-10% of their field, alongside 46 completed peer reviews. Six recommendation letters validated his foundational role in shaping blockchain protocols and AI defense systems, satisfying all three Dhanasar prongs.

Evidence

Evidence Types
Peer Reviewed Publications
Citations
Reference Letters Dependent
Conference Presentations
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 15 days
Criteria Met 3 / 3
Evidence Types 6

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

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