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Assistant Professor

Electrical Engineering · Colombia · 2022-03-28

Processing Time
57 days
Decision Date
2022-03-28
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Proposed Endeavor

The petitioner proposes to design and test integrated circuits for applications in high-energy physics instrumentation, IoT devices, energy harvesting, cancer detection, and biosensors, with a focus on ensuring IoT infrastructure meets increasing demand.

Framework Evaluation

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

The endeavor addresses critical U.S. infrastructure needs in the expanding IoT market.

2 Well-positioned to Advance the Endeavor Met

The petitioner has a Ph.D., 25 publications, 162 citations, and has secured research funding.

3 On Balance, Beneficial to Waive Job Offer Met

The petitioner's specialized skills and record of successful research in areas of U.S. interest justify the waiver.

Why This Petition Was Approved

The petition was approved based on the petitioner's Ph.D., 25 peer-reviewed publications, 162 citations, and evidence of external funding (FAPESP), demonstrating the national importance and merit of his work in the IoT sector.

Evidence

Evidence Types
Peer Reviewed Publications
Citations
Grants
Conference Presentations

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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 57 days
Criteria Met 3 / 3
Evidence Types 4

EB-2 (NIW) Case Data

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Total Cases 3,895
Success Rate 54.2%
Sustained 2,112
Dismissed 1,687

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