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Electrical Power Energy · Iran · 2023-01-24

Processing Time
100 days
Decision Date
2023-01-24
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Proposed Endeavor

The petitioner proposes to design new renewable energy power systems and devices to improve the consistency of renewable energy networks during severe weather events. His work focuses on developing algorithm-based microgrid systems that prevent power grid failures and mitigate electrical fluctuations in wind turbines.

Framework Evaluation

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

The endeavor to improve the consistency of renewable energy networks and prevent power grid failures was found to have substantial merit and national importance.

2 Well-positioned to Advance the Endeavor Met

The petitioner's academic background as a PhD candidate and his record of publications and citations positioned him well to advance his research.

3 Waiver Benefit Met

On balance, the U.S. would benefit from waiving the job offer requirement due to the critical nature of power grid reliability.

Why This Petition Was Approved

The petition was approved based on the petitioner's record of 5 peer-reviewed journal articles, 2 conference papers, and one co-authored book, which accumulated 46 citations. He also demonstrated professional standing through 7 peer-review assignments and 4 expert recommendation letters. The evidence satisfied all three Dhanasar prongs by showing the national importance of grid stability and the petitioner's technical expertise.

Evidence

Evidence Types
Peer Reviewed Publications
Citations
Reference Letters Dependent
Judging Experience
Original Contributions

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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 100 days
Criteria Met 3 / 3
Evidence Types 5

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Success Rate 53.7%
Sustained 2,046
Dismissed 1,671

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