How common are approved EB-2 NIW petitions?

EB-2 NIW petition outcomes vary based on the strength of evidence, the specific criteria addressed, and the adjudicating officer. Each case is evaluated individually based on its own merits and documentation.

How does the Micro and Nanoscale Systems Engineering industry affect EB-2 NIW petition outcomes?

The Micro and Nanoscale Systems Engineering sector has unique considerations for EB-2 NIW petitions. USCIS evaluates whether the petitioner's qualifications and contributions align with the specific requirements of the visa category. Industry context matters for demonstrating the significance and impact of the petitioner's work.

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Micro And Nanoscale Systems Engineering · Nepal · 2022-10-12

Processing Time

401 days

Decision Date

2022-10-12

Location

Arizona

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Proposed Endeavor

The petitioner proposes to develop and implement improved techniques for performing thermal transport analysis of advanced nanomaterials. This work focuses on identifying and improving thermal transport properties for the thermal management of electronic devices and developing improved fabrication techniques for micro and nanoscale devices, including biodegradable substrate materials.

Framework Evaluation

3 of 3 criteria met

1 Substantial Merit and National Importance Met

The endeavor has broad implications for U.S. sectors including defense, medicine, and energy by advancing nanotechnology and environmental sustainability.

2 Well-positioned to Advance the Endeavor Met

The petitioner has 8 years of research experience, a record of 10 publications, 96 citations, and has served as a reviewer for academic journals.

3 Waiver Benefit Met

The petitioner's contributions to cutting-edge thermal management and biodegradable electronics justify waiving the labor certification requirement.

Why This Petition Was Approved

The petition was approved based on the petitioner's 10 peer-reviewed journal articles (4 first-authored) and 96 citations. He also provided evidence of 3 peer reviews, funding from the National Science Foundation (NSF), and 2 expert recommendation letters confirming the national importance of his work in flexible electronics.

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Evidence Types

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Reference Letters Dependent

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 401 days

Criteria Met 3 / 3

Evidence Types 8

EB-2 (NIW) Case Data

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Total Cases 3,895

Success Rate 54.2%

Sustained 2,112

Dismissed 1,687

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