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Assistant Professor

Economics · Egypt · 2023-02-15

Processing Time
48 days
Decision Date
2023-02-15
Location
New York
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Proposed Endeavor

The petitioner proposes to develop and apply novel analytical tools to study large administrative datasets and alternative real-time data sources. This work aims to measure inequality and labor market developments in near real-time to inform government macroeconomic and redistribution policies, specifically improving 'nowcasting' and economic forecasting.

Framework Evaluation

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

The research addresses the need for more frequent and timely release of disaggregated economic data to improve U.S. forecasting and policy-making.

2 Well-positioned to Advance the Endeavor Met

The petitioner has 5 years of experience in the field, a Ph.D., and a record of first-authored publications and peer review experience.

3 Waiver of Job Offer/Labor Certification Met

On balance, her work's value to economists during crises and normal circumstances justifies the waiver of the labor certification.

Why This Petition Was Approved

The petition was approved based on the petitioner's Ph.D. in Economics, 5 peer-reviewed journal articles (all first-authored), and 19 citations. Additional evidence included 6 completed peer reviews, funding from the Washington Center for Equitable Growth, and 4 expert recommendation letters confirming the national importance of her work.

Evidence

Evidence Types
Peer Reviewed Publications
Citations
Reference Letters Independent
Grants
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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At a Glance

Outcome approved
Processing 48 days
Criteria Met 3 / 3
Evidence Types 6

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Total Cases 3,816
Success Rate 53.6%
Sustained 2,046
Dismissed 1,674

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