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Assistant Professor

Material Chemistry · Thailand · 2022-02-19

Processing Time
11 days
Decision Date
2022-02-19
This case is from a publicly available case study. Case studies tend to feature successful outcomes and may not reflect the full range of petition results.

Proposed Endeavor

The petitioner proposes to focus on developing novel techniques for synthesizing metal sulfides and rare earth nanomaterials. Her work involves transforming agricultural waste products into useful resources and investigating issues related to biopolymers and wastewater absorbents.

Framework Evaluation

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

The petitioner's research into rare earth materials and transforming agricultural waste into resources was recognized as an area where the U.S. is heavily invested.

2 Well-positioned to Advance the Endeavor Met

With 26 publications, 532 citations, and 19 peer review instances, the petitioner demonstrated a high level of expertise and influence in material chemistry.

3 Waiver of Job Offer and Labor Certification Met

On balance, the petitioner’s contributions to nanomaterial synthesis and wastewater treatment were deemed sufficiently beneficial to justify the waiver.

Why This Petition Was Approved

The petition was approved based on the petitioner's Ph.D. in engineering and a strong record of 26 peer-reviewed journal articles and 11 conference papers. Her work accumulated 532 citations from experts in 46 countries and she completed 19 peer reviews. The case satisfied all three Dhanasar prongs, supported by funding from organizations like NEDO and the National Research Council of Thailand.

Evidence

Evidence Types
Peer Reviewed Publications
Citations
Reference Letters Independent
Grants
Conference Presentations
Original Contributions
Judging Experience

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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 11 days
Criteria Met 3 / 3
Evidence Types 7

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

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