approved EB-2 (NIW)

Assistant Professor

Industrial Engineering · Jordan · 2022-04-08

Processing Time
74 days
Decision Date
2022-04-08
Location
North Carolina
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Proposed Endeavor

The petitioner proposes to continue research on developing state-of-the-art mathematical models and solution approaches to solve social problems. This work focuses on addressing challenges in healthcare, humanitarian logistics, supply chains, and inventory management.

Framework Evaluation

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

The endeavor addresses critical issues like food insecurity, healthcare logistics, and climate change, which are of clear national importance.

2 Well-positioned to Advance the Endeavor Met

The petitioner's 9 years of experience, 142 citations, and history of federal funding demonstrate he is well-positioned.

3 Balance of Interests Met

The petitioner's contributions to mathematical modeling and logistics provide a benefit to the U.S. that outweighs the need for a labor certification.

Why This Petition Was Approved

The petition was approved based on 7 peer-reviewed journal articles, 1 conference paper, and 1 book chapter which accumulated 142 citations. The petitioner also demonstrated expertise through 24 manuscript reviews and secured funding from the National Science Foundation and the U.S. Department of Transportation.

Evidence

Evidence Types
Peer Reviewed Publications
Citations
Grants
Conference Presentations
Judging Experience
Original Contributions
Government Alignment

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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 74 days
Criteria Met 3 / 3
Evidence Types 7

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