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Epidemiology · Nigeria · 2022-05-11

Processing Time
79 days
Decision Date
2022-05-11
Location
Florida
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Proposed Endeavor

The petitioner proposes to design robust scientific studies and analyze data using advanced statistical techniques to improve treatment options and increase access to innovative medicines for patients with hard-to-treat cancers. His work focuses on integrating social data with medical data to elucidate the epidemiology of diseases and address unmet social needs in healthcare.

Framework Evaluation

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

The work was considered nationally and internationally significant for its role in improving public health and addressing social determinants of health.

2 Well-positioned to Advance the Endeavor Met

The petitioner's extensive background in academia and industry, supported by 11 publications and NIH funding, demonstrated he is well-positioned.

3 Waiver Benefit Met

It was determined that his work in advancing medical treatment for cancer patients and increasing medicine access warranted a waiver of the job offer requirement.

Why This Petition Was Approved

The petition was approved based on the petitioner's 11 peer-reviewed journal articles and 90 citations, demonstrating significant influence in the field. He provided 4 expert recommendation letters and evidence of funding from the National Institutes of Health (NIH) and a large managed care organization. The case successfully satisfied the Dhanasar prongs by showing the national importance of his cancer and maternal health research.

Evidence

Evidence Types
Peer Reviewed Publications
Citations
Reference Letters Dependent
Grants
Government Alignment
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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At a Glance

Outcome approved
Processing 79 days
Criteria Met 3 / 3
Evidence Types 6

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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