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Assistant Professor

Finance · China · 2024-07-30

Processing Time
5 days
Decision Date
2024-07-30
Location
Texas
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Proposed Endeavor

The petitioner endeavors to develop economic models and conduct econometric analyses to identify risk factors of market volatility and suboptimal financial policies. This work aims to assist investors and policymakers in making informed decisions to safeguard stable and sustainable economic growth.

Framework Evaluation

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

The research provides essential insights for investors and policymakers to mitigate environmental impacts on financial stability, bolstering the U.S. economy.

2 Well-positioned to Advance the Endeavor Met

The petitioner holds a Ph.D. and has a strong publishing record with 13 peer-reviewed articles and 23 citations.

3 Waiver of Job Offer and Labor Certification Met

On balance, the petitioner's contributions to economic growth and market efficiency make 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 business administration and a publication record of 13 peer-reviewed journal articles and 3 preprints, including 3 in high-ranking journals. The work had earned 23 citations at the time of filing and was supported by 2 expert recommendation letters. The evidence satisfied all three Dhanasar prongs by demonstrating the national importance of resilient economic performance.

Evidence

Evidence Types
Peer Reviewed Publications
Citations
Reference Letters Dependent
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 5 days
Criteria Met 3 / 3
Evidence Types 4

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

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