approved EB-2 (NIW)

Research Fellow

Electrical Engineering · Bangladesh · 2023-03-02

Processing Time
194 days
Decision Date
2023-03-02
Location
Germany
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Proposed Endeavor

The petitioner proposes to continue developing energy system models to study the effects of large-scale integration of variable renewable generation at disaggregated and aggregated levels. This work aims to expedite the global energy transition to clean energy and mitigate climate change through advanced modeling tools.

Framework Evaluation

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

The endeavor provides critical tools for modeling energy systems necessary for renewable energy implementation and climate change mitigation.

2 Well-positioned to Advance the Endeavor Met

The petitioner has 11 years of experience, 22 publications, and 240 citations, demonstrating significant recognition in the field.

3 Waiver of Job Offer and Labor Certification Met

On balance, it is beneficial to the U.S. to waive the requirements due to the petitioner's contributions to renewable energy and smart home optimization.

Why This Petition Was Approved

The petition was approved based on the petitioner's 11 years of research experience, 22 peer-reviewed journal and conference articles, and 240 citations. Additionally, the petitioner completed 11 peer reviews and provided 4 expert recommendation letters, satisfying the Dhanasar prongs for national importance and being well-positioned.

Evidence

Evidence Types
Peer Reviewed Publications
Citations
Reference Letters Independent
Judging Experience
Original Contributions
Government Alignment

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Outcome approved
Processing 194 days
Criteria Met 3 / 3
Evidence Types 6

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