approved EB-2 (NIW)

Senior Economist

Economics · Vietnam · 2023-05-01

Processing Time
5 days
Decision Date
2023-05-01
Location
District of Colombia
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Proposed Endeavor

The petitioner proposes to develop statistical methodologies and programmatic tools to improve the understanding of socioeconomic phenomena. This work focuses on applying economic research to analyze and address complex social and financial trends.

Framework Evaluation

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

The petitioner's work in developing statistical methodologies for socioeconomic phenomena was determined to have substantial merit and national importance.

2 Well-positioned to Advance the Endeavor Met

With over 2,000 citations and a vast portfolio of reports and software, the petitioner is well-positioned to advance his proposed research.

3 Waiver Benefit Met

On balance, the petitioner's high level of expertise and the influence of his past work make it beneficial to waive the job offer requirement.

Why This Petition Was Approved

The case was approved based on the petitioner's significant scholarly output, including 10 peer-reviewed journal articles, 8 book chapters, and 11 software packages. His work has earned 2,163 citations, demonstrating substantial influence, and was supported by 2 expert recommendation letters.

Evidence

Evidence Types
Peer Reviewed Publications
Citations
Reference Letters Dependent
Original Contributions

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Outcome approved
Processing 5 days
Criteria Met 3 / 3
Evidence Types 4

EB-2 (NIW) Case Data

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Total Cases 3,814
Success Rate 53.6%
Sustained 2,046
Dismissed 1,672

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