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Industrial Engineering · Iran · 2025-07-08

Processing Time
152 days
Decision Date
2025-07-08
Location
Texas
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Proposed Endeavor

The petitioner proposes to use advanced optimization techniques and machine learning to improve strategic and operational decisions across supply chain networks, focusing on developing hybrid algorithms to reduce environmental impact and drive down costs in transportation, logistics, and manufacturing systems.

Framework Evaluation

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

The endeavor offers powerful tools for reducing logistical inefficiencies and emissions, contributing to nationally important challenges like supply chain resilience.

2 Well-positioned to Advance the Endeavor Met

The petitioner's publication record, citation impact, and reviewer roles demonstrate he is well-positioned to advance his research efforts.

3 Balance of Interests Met

The petitioner provides significant benefit to the U.S. through unique qualifications that address national priorities, justifying a waiver of the labor certification.

Why This Petition Was Approved

The petition was approved based on the petitioner's record of over 10 scientific publications, 100+ citations, and 25 peer reviews. The case successfully satisfied all three Dhanasar prongs by demonstrating the national importance of supply chain resilience and the petitioner's well-positioned status in the field.

Evidence

Evidence Types
Peer Reviewed Publications
Citations
Reference Letters Independent
Reference Letters Dependent
Judging Experience

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Frequently Asked Questions

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 152 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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