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approved EB-2 (NIW)

Ph.D. Candidate

Mechanical Engineering · Taiwan · 2023-08-04

Processing Time
4 days
Decision Date
2023-08-04
Location
Maryland
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Proposed Endeavor

The petitioner proposes to continue research on utilizing heat transfer, fluid dynamics, and compressor technology to investigate system-level energy efficiency. The work specifically focuses on improving the energy efficiency of components in heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) applications, including the use of phase change nanofluids for superior heat transfer.

Framework Evaluation

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

The research is relevant to national energy efficiency strategies, reduced energy consumption, and greenhouse gas emissions.

2 Well-positioned to Advance the Endeavor Met

The petitioner is well-positioned due to his academic background, publication record, patents, and funding from the U.S. Department of Energy.

3 Waiver of Job Offer and Labor Certification Met

On balance, the petitioner's work in offering a new paradigm for energy efficiency makes it beneficial to waive the labor certification requirement.

Why This Petition Was Approved

The petition was approved based on the petitioner's record of 3 peer-reviewed journal articles, 2 conference articles, and 6 patents (5 first-authored). His work had been cited 24 times and he demonstrated expertise through 1 peer review for an authoritative conference and funding from the U.S. Department of Energy. All three Dhanasar prongs were satisfied.

Evidence

Evidence Types
Peer Reviewed Publications
Citations
Patents
Reference Letters Dependent
Grants
Conference Presentations
Judging Experience
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 4 days
Criteria Met 3 / 3
Evidence Types 9

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Sustained 2,046
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