approved EB-2 (NIW)

Micro Devices Program Manager

Electrical Engineering · China · 2023-11-06

Processing Time
7 days
Decision Date
2023-11-06
Location
California
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Proposed Endeavor

The petitioner proposes to continue investigating and developing novel micro devices to improve technologies such as laser processing, autonomous driving, augmented reality/virtual reality, microscopy, and endoscopy. His work focuses on light modulation and efficient optical engines for 3D printing and autonomous systems.

Framework Evaluation

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

The research directly benefits rapidly growing technologies such as 3D printing and autonomous driving, meeting pressing needs in imaging and renewable energy.

2 Well-positioned to Advance the Endeavor Met

The petitioner's Ph.D., publication record, and 12 peer reviews for authoritative journals demonstrate his expertise and leadership in the field.

3 Waiver of Job Offer and Labor Certification Met

On balance, the petitioner's work in advancing solar cell efficiency and imaging technologies for space exploration justifies a waiver of the labor certification.

Why This Petition Was Approved

The petition was approved based on 56 citations, 14 peer-reviewed publications (including 4 journal articles, 7 conference papers, and 3 patent applications), and 12 peer reviews. The case demonstrated alignment with national interests through funding from the NIH and NSF and satisfied all three Dhanasar prongs.

Evidence

Evidence Types
Peer Reviewed Publications
Citations
Patents
Reference Letters Dependent
Grants
Conference Presentations
Judging Experience
Government Alignment

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Outcome approved
Processing 7 days
Criteria Met 3 / 3
Evidence Types 8

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