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Mechanical Engineering · Turkey · 2022-09-30

Processing Time
213 days
Decision Date
2022-09-30
Location
New Jersey
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Proposed Endeavor

The petitioner intends to develop noninvasive medical diagnostic methods for identifying the mechanical properties of the human liver to be used as biomarkers in the diagnosis of liver fibrosis. This work utilizes advanced MRI techniques to acquire mechanical properties of soft tissues in vivo to gain insight into liver disorders.

Framework Evaluation

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

The endeavor addresses liver fibrosis and neurological disorders, which are alarming public health concerns in the United States.

2 Well-positioned to Advance the Endeavor Met

The petitioner has a deep understanding of the field with 9 publications, 124 citations, and a history of research supported by the NSF and NIH.

3 Waiver of Job Offer and Labor Certification Met

On balance, the petitioner's specialized expertise in MRI techniques and noninvasive diagnostics makes his continued work beneficial to the U.S. regardless of a specific job offer.

Why This Petition Was Approved

The petition was approved based on 9 peer-reviewed journal articles with 124 citations and 4 completed peer reviews. The case demonstrated national importance through alignment with public health needs and was supported by funding from the NSF and NIH, satisfying all three Dhanasar prongs.

Evidence

Evidence Types
Peer Reviewed Publications
Citations
Grants
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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Outcome approved
Processing 213 days
Criteria Met 3 / 3
Evidence Types 6

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Sustained 2,112
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