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Electrical Engineering · Bangladesh · 2025-12-20

Processing Time
649 days
Decision Date
2025-12-20
Location
Pennsylvania
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Proposed Endeavor

The petitioner proposes to develop and characterize novel dielectric materials designed to withstand high voltages, frequencies, and temperatures in modern power systems. The work focuses on mitigating material aging and insulation failure risks in medium- to high-voltage environments to ensure the reliability of power electronics and motor drives. This research aims to strengthen the material foundations of transportation, industrial, and critical infrastructure technologies.

Framework Evaluation

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

The endeavor addresses critical reliability issues in power systems and is supported by funding from the Office of Naval Research.

2 Well-positioned to Advance the Endeavor Met

The petitioner has a strong record of 11 total publications, 49 citations, and has served as a peer reviewer 9 times.

3 Balance of Factors to Waive Job Offer Met

The petitioner's unique expertise in dielectric material aging makes his continued research beneficial to U.S. infrastructure regardless of a specific job offer.

Why This Petition Was Approved

The petition was approved based on the petitioner's record of 7 peer-reviewed journal articles and 4 conference papers with 49 citations. Evidence included 9 completed peer reviews and funding from the Office of Naval Research (ONR), demonstrating the national importance of the work. The case successfully satisfied all three Dhanasar prongs through a combination of publication metrics, expert testimony, and alignment with federal research priorities.

Evidence

Evidence Types
Peer Reviewed Publications
Citations
Reference Letters Independent
Grants
Conference Presentations
Judging Experience
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 649 days
Criteria Met 3 / 3
Evidence Types 7

EB-2 (NIW) Case Data

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

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