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 Neuroscience industry affect EB-2 NIW petition outcomes?

The Neuroscience 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.

approved EB-2 (NIW)

Postdoctoral Researcher

Neuroscience · India · 2025-06-07

Processing Time

35 days

Decision Date

2025-06-07

Location

New York

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 investigating the brain's cellular and circuit-level mechanisms to decode how neural circuits manage flexible behavior. This work involves using machine learning tools for behavioral analysis and identifying molecular markers for early cognitive dysfunction. The research aims to facilitate the design of targeted therapies for neurodevelopmental and neuropsychiatric disorders such as autism, PTSD, OCD, and Alzheimer’s disease.

Framework Evaluation

3 of 3 criteria met

1 Substantial Merit and National Importance Met

The research addresses the rise of cognitive disorders in U.S. elderly and youth populations, providing significant national value.

2 Well-positioned to Advance the Endeavor Met

The petitioner's publication record, citation history, and funding from major institutions like the NIH demonstrate he is well-positioned.

3 Waiver Benefit to the US Met

The petitioner's unique expertise in machine learning and neuroscience makes his continued work in the U.S. beneficial regardless of a job offer.

Why This Petition Was Approved

The petition was approved based on the petitioner's record of six peer-reviewed publications and 52 citations, including a paper in the top 10% of its field. Evidence also included the petitioner's service as a peer reviewer for 26 articles and research support from the National Institutes of Health (NIH) and NICHD. These factors collectively satisfied the three Dhanasar prongs by demonstrating national importance and that the petitioner is well-positioned to advance the field.

Evidence

Evidence Types

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Citations

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 35 days

Criteria Met 3 / 3

Evidence Types 7

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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