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Research Fellow

Materials Science · Bangladesh · 2024-09-25

Processing Time
42 days
Decision Date
2024-09-25
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 develop nanofabrication techniques for generating optical and optoelectronic devices. This work aims to improve applications for the semiconductor industry, specifically focusing on mobile device camera sensors and drug detection through hyperspectral imaging.

Framework Evaluation

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

The endeavor to improve semiconductor applications and drug detection via hyperspectral imaging was found to have substantial merit and national importance.

2 Well-positioned to Advance the Endeavor Met

The petitioner's Ph.D., 12 publications, and 77 citations demonstrate he is well-positioned to continue his research.

3 Waiver of Job Offer and Labor Certification Met

On balance, the petitioner's contributions to the field of materials science make it beneficial for the U.S. to waive the labor certification requirement.

Why This Petition Was Approved

The petition was approved based on the petitioner's Ph.D. in materials science and engineering and a record of 12 peer-reviewed journal articles with 77 citations. Additional evidence included 6 conference abstracts, 3 patent applications, and 1 peer review for an authoritative journal, satisfying all three Dhanasar prongs.

Evidence

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

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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 42 days
Criteria Met 3 / 3
Evidence Types 7

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Total Cases 3,813
Success Rate 53.7%
Sustained 2,046
Dismissed 1,671

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