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Electrical Engineering · China · 2023-11-30

Processing Time
1 days
Decision Date
2023-11-30
Location
Maryland
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Proposed Endeavor

The petitioner proposes to continue research on developing state-of-the-art, compact, low-cost, and noise-immune wireless communication platforms. This work focuses on next-generation wireless communications and sensing systems to advance applications in smart cities, smart homes, and the Internet of Things (IoT).

Framework Evaluation

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

The endeavor has clear national importance as it improves wireless communication platforms and was supported by the National Science Foundation.

2 Well-positioned to Advance the Endeavor Met

The petitioner is well-positioned due to a Ph.D., 418 citations, and a record of publishing in 12 highly-ranked peer-reviewed journals.

3 Waiver of Job Offer and Labor Certification Met

On balance, the petitioner's track record of productive research and the significance of his expertise in electrical engineering justified the waiver.

Why This Petition Was Approved

The petition was approved based on the petitioner's Ph.D. in electrical and computer engineering and a strong record of 418 citations. Evidence included 18 peer-reviewed journal articles, 10 conference articles, 84 completed peer reviews, and funding from the National Science Foundation (NSF).

Evidence

Evidence Types
Peer Reviewed Publications
Citations
Conference Presentations
Grants
Judging Experience
Original Contributions
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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Outcome approved
Processing 1 days
Criteria Met 3 / 3
Evidence Types 7

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Sustained 2,112
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