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Mechanical Engineer

Mechanical Engineering · Taiwan · 2021-08-18

Processing Time
674 days
Decision Date
2021-08-18
Location
Texas
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 continue his research in mechanical engineering, specifically focusing on soot oxidation kinetics and its relationship to nitric oxide to mitigate environmental threats. His work aims to improve the efficiency of heavy-duty clean diesel engines and gas turbine systems used in both public and private sectors.

Framework Evaluation

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

The endeavor addresses soot emissions and gas turbine efficiency, which are critical for the environment and the $3.4 trillion diesel engine industry.

2 Well-positioned to Advance the Endeavor Met

The petitioner has 4 peer-reviewed articles, 55 citations, and has successfully secured funding from major industry players like Siemens.

3 Waiver of Job Offer and Labor Certification Met

The petitioner's specialized research in energy security and emissions provides benefits to the U.S. that outweigh the need for a labor certification.

Why This Petition Was Approved

The petition was approved based on the petitioner's 4 peer-reviewed journal articles (including one first-authored) and 55 citations demonstrating wide recognition. His research also secured significant industry funding from Solar Turbines and Siemens, satisfying the Dhanasar criteria for national importance and being well-positioned.

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 674 days
Criteria Met 3 / 3
Evidence Types 5

EB-2 (NIW) Case Data

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Total Cases 3,967
Success Rate 55.1%
Sustained 2,184
Dismissed 1,687

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