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approved EB-2 (NIW)

Ph.D. Student

Mechanical Engineering · Taiwan · 2023-09-08

Processing Time
2 days
Decision Date
2023-09-08
Location
California
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Proposed Endeavor

Investigate chemically reacting flows to design and optimize sustainable and efficient engines and rockets, utilizing computational fluid dynamics and numerical modeling to improve fuel combustion behavior and reduce emissions.

Framework Evaluation

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

The research addresses critical U.S. goals of reducing fossil fuel dependence and transitioning to renewable energy through more efficient engine design.

2 Well-positioned to Advance the Endeavor Met

The petitioner's academic background, publication record in top-tier journals, and expertise in numerical modeling demonstrate his capability.

3 Waiver of Job Offer and Labor Certification Met

The involvement and funding from major U.S. government energy departments underscore the national interest in the petitioner's continued work.

Why This Petition Was Approved

The petitioner holds an advanced degree (M.Sc. in chemical and biological engineering) and has a record of 2 peer-reviewed journal articles and 3 conference papers in highly-ranked journals. The research is supported by significant government funding and expert endorsements.

Evidence

Evidence Types
Peer Reviewed Publications
Conference Presentations
Reference Letters Independent
Grants
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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Outcome approved
Processing 2 days
Criteria Met 3 / 3
Evidence Types 5

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Success Rate 54.2%
Sustained 2,112
Dismissed 1,687

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