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Microfabrication Engineer

Electrical Engineering · South Korea · 2022-04-22

Processing Time
65 days
Decision Date
2022-04-22
Location
California
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Proposed Endeavor

The petitioner proposes to utilize device fabrication techniques and bio-signal processing to develop innovative neural devices. This work aims to treat brain disorders, such as Parkinson’s disease, and advance neuroscience research to better understand the brain through in vivo measurements.

Framework Evaluation

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

The endeavor addresses neurological disorders affecting 1 in 6 people globally and has significant implications for the 20 million Americans experiencing neuropathy.

2 Well-positioned to Advance the Endeavor Met

The petitioner has 8 years of experience, 13 peer-reviewed articles, 3 patents, and 807 citations, showing a track record of success and leadership.

3 Waiver Benefit Met

The work's value is confirmed by funding from NIH, NSF, and DARPA, making it beneficial to waive the labor certification requirement.

Why This Petition Was Approved

The petition was approved based on 13 peer-reviewed journal articles, 1 book chapter, and 3 published patents with a total of 807 citations. The work received funding from major agencies including the NIH, NSF, and DARPA. These achievements satisfied the Dhanasar prongs by demonstrating substantial merit, national importance, and that the petitioner is well-positioned to advance the field.

Evidence

Evidence Types
Peer Reviewed Publications
Citations
Patents
Grants
Original Contributions
Government Alignment

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At a Glance

Outcome approved
Processing 65 days
Criteria Met 3 / 3
Evidence Types 6

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Success Rate 54.2%
Sustained 2,112
Dismissed 1,687

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