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Senior Researcher

Inorganic Chemistry · Chile · 2022-03-28

Processing Time
96 days
Decision Date
2022-03-28
Location
South Korea
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Proposed Endeavor

The petitioner proposes to continue research on developing novel tunable catalysts via switchable catalysis and nanoparticle enzymes. The work focuses on preparing novel compounds and materials for industrial applications to support advances in the global catalyst industry.

Framework Evaluation

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

The research supports the global catalyst industry and has received funding from the Office of Naval Research, demonstrating its national importance.

2 Well-positioned to Advance the Endeavor Met

With 20 publications, 153 citations, and 8 years of experience, the petitioner has asserted himself as a globally necessary research scientist.

3 Waiver Benefit Met

The petitioner's groundbreaking studies in inorganic chemistry provide useful approaches to independent researchers worldwide, justifying the waiver.

Why This Petition Was Approved

The petition was approved based on the petitioner's M.S. in chemistry and 8 years of research experience. Evidence included 20 peer-reviewed journal articles with 153 citations and funding from the Office of Naval Research (ONR), the National Commission for Scientific and Technological Research, and the IBS.

Evidence

Evidence Types
Peer Reviewed Publications
Citations
Grants
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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At a Glance

Outcome approved
Processing 96 days
Criteria Met 3 / 3
Evidence Types 5

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Success Rate 53.7%
Sustained 2,046
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