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Economics · Nigeria · 2022-04-25

Processing Time
142 days
Decision Date
2022-04-25
Location
Kansas
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Proposed Endeavor

The petitioner proposes to develop AI models to predict energy prices and demand, analyze the impact of energy deregulation on economic growth, and forecast the welfare benefits of renewable energy. His work also includes business cycle forecasting and studying the effects of asymmetric monetary policy on housing and household consumption growth.

Framework Evaluation

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

The petitioner's research on climate change and renewable energy policy was found to have far-reaching global and national economic effects.

2 Well-positioned to Advance the Endeavor Met

The petitioner's record of 8 peer-reviewed publications and 25 citations demonstrates his capability to advance research in economics.

3 Waiver Benefit Met

On balance, the petitioner's specialized expertise in AI-driven energy forecasting justifies waiving the job offer and labor certification requirements.

Why This Petition Was Approved

The petition was approved based on the petitioner's 8 peer-reviewed journal articles and 25 citations recorded on Google Scholar. Additionally, he provided evidence of completing 2 peer reviews and submitted 2 letters of recommendation from experts in the field to satisfy the Dhanasar prongs.

Evidence

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

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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.

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At a Glance

Outcome approved
Processing 142 days
Criteria Met 3 / 3
Evidence Types 5

EB-2 (NIW) Case Data

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

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