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Electrical Engineering · Bangladesh · 2022-11-21

Processing Time
120 days
Decision Date
2022-11-21
Location
Alabama
This case is from a publicly available case study. Case studies tend to feature successful outcomes and may not reflect the full range of petition results.

Proposed Endeavor

The petitioner proposes to continue his research on strengthening physical building systems to detect and prevent cyberattacks, reduce HVAC energy consumption, and improve environmental quality for occupants. His work focuses on developing communication protocols for smart-building automation and control networks and advancing artificial intelligence applications in smart building technologies.

Framework Evaluation

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

The research on physical building systems, cyberattack prevention, and energy reduction was found to have great substantial merit and national importance.

2 Well-positioned to Advance the Endeavor Met

The petitioner's academic background, publication record of 8 articles, and 19 citations demonstrated he is well-positioned to succeed.

3 Waiver of Job Offer and Labor Certification Met

On balance, it was determined that the petitioner's contributions to high entropy alloys and smart buildings make him an invaluable asset to the U.S.

Why This Petition Was Approved

The petition was approved based on the petitioner's MSc in computer science and his contribution to 8 peer-reviewed journal articles and 1 conference paper. He demonstrated significant impact through 19 citations and 3 peer-review assignments, while leading a project funded by the U.S. Department of Energy. All three Dhanasar prongs were satisfied within a 4-month processing period.

Evidence

Evidence Types
Peer Reviewed Publications
Citations
Conference Presentations
Judging Experience
Grants
Original Contributions
Government Alignment

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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 120 days
Criteria Met 3 / 3
Evidence Types 7

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

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