approved EB-2 (NIW)

Postdoctoral Research Fellow

Materials Science · South Korea · 2022-03-30

Processing Time
80 days
Decision Date
2022-03-30
Location
Canada
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Proposed Endeavor

The petitioner proposes to continue his research characterizing the material properties of industrial materials using advanced electron microscopy techniques, data analysis approaches, and mechanical analysis methods. This work aims to enable the design and development of materials with improved strength, safety, and performance for industrial applications.

Framework Evaluation

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

The research on industrial materials and aluminum alloys was found to be crucial to the U.S. economy and the well-being of citizens.

2 Well-positioned to Advance the Endeavor Met

The petitioner's record of 7 publications, 115 citations, and DARPA funding demonstrated he is an indispensable asset qualified to perform continued research.

3 Waiver of Job Offer and Labor Certification Met

On balance, the petitioner's work was deemed of such immense importance that it was in the national interest to waive the labor certification requirement.

Why This Petition Was Approved

The petition was approved based on 7 peer-reviewed journal articles and 1 technical report which garnered 115 citations. The petitioner also demonstrated significant impact through funding from the Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) and support from 4 expert letters confirming his well-positioned status to advance the field.

Evidence

Evidence Types
Peer Reviewed Publications
Citations
Reference Letters Independent
Reference Letters Dependent
Grants
Original Contributions
Government Alignment

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Outcome approved
Processing 80 days
Criteria Met 3 / 3
Evidence Types 7

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