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Postdoctoral Researcher

Electrical Engineering · South Korea · 2026-01-16

Processing Time
532 days
Decision Date
2026-01-16
Location
California
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Proposed Endeavor

The petitioner proposes to utilize advanced computational methods to accurately capture material behavior in semiconductor and quantum materials under real-world conditions. This work focuses on materials characterization and computational simulation to ensure reliable electronic device performance and optimization. The intended impact is to facilitate the development of deployable next-generation electronics and technologies.

Framework Evaluation

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

The endeavor addresses critical technology priorities in semiconductors and quantum materials essential to U.S. economic competitiveness.

2 Well-positioned to Advance the Endeavor Met

The petitioner is well-positioned due to a Ph.D. in Electrical and Computer Engineering, a significant publication record, and 531 citations.

3 Balance of Factors Met

On balance, the U.S. benefits from waiving the labor certification due to the petitioner's substantial federal research support and the national urgency of the work.

Why This Petition Was Approved

The petition was approved based on a strong record of 18 peer-reviewed journal articles, 13 conference abstracts, and 1 book chapter, which garnered 531 citations. The case demonstrated significant influence through major funding from federal agencies including the NIH, DOE, and NSF. All three Dhanasar prongs were satisfied by showing the work's alignment with critical and emerging technologies identified by the U.S. government.

Evidence

Evidence Types
Peer Reviewed Publications
Citations
Grants
Conference Presentations
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 532 days
Criteria Met 3 / 3
Evidence Types 5

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

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