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Full-Time Professor

Engineering Management · Ecuador · 2025-05-16

Processing Time
333 days
Decision Date
2025-05-16
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Proposed Endeavor

The petitioner proposes to continue research and academic work in engineering management, specifically focusing on synthesizing Technological Roadmaps (TRM) and Business Model Canvases (BMC) to help organizations bridge the gap between emerging technologies and real-world applications. Additionally, the endeavor includes investigating behavioral factors that shape cybersecurity practices and identifying predictors of secure behaviors in cyberspace to address human-centric technological adaptation.

Framework Evaluation

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

The endeavor addresses critical needs in digital transformation and cybersecurity behavior, which are of undeniable national importance.

2 Well-positioned to Advance the Endeavor Met

The petitioner's Ph.D., extensive publication record, and top 1% citation status demonstrate they are well-positioned to lead these investigations.

3 Balance of Interests Met

The methodology's ability to drive sustainable growth for U.S. industries makes it beneficial to waive the labor certification requirement.

Why This Petition Was Approved

The petition was approved based on the petitioner's Ph.D. in engineering management and a strong record of scholarly contributions, including 188 citations and 8 peer reviews. A standout publication in Technological Forecasting and Social Change was noted for being in the top 1% of most-cited engineering articles of its year. Evidence included support from the National Training and Simulation Association and the Coastal Virginia Center of Cyber Innovation, satisfying all three Dhanasar prongs.

Evidence

Evidence Types
Peer Reviewed Publications
Citations
Reference Letters Independent
Conference Presentations
Judging Experience
Original Contributions
Government Alignment

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At a Glance

Outcome approved
Processing 333 days
Criteria Met 3 / 3
Evidence Types 7

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Success Rate 53.7%
Sustained 2,046
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