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Assistant Research Fellow

Optical Engineering · China · 2023-02-04

Processing Time
216 days
Decision Date
2023-02-04
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Proposed Endeavor

The petitioner proposes to combine complex fields modulation techniques, nanophotonics, and artificial intelligence to develop chip optical manipulation and sensing nanodevices. This work aims to improve biomedical applications such as tumor cell detection, cell separation, and protein disease detection.

Framework Evaluation

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

The endeavor has broad implications for the U.S. healthcare and optics sectors, supported by funding from NASA, NSF, and ONR.

2 Well-positioned to Advance the Endeavor Met

The petitioner has 10 years of research experience and a significant publication record with 279 citations demonstrating recognition in the field.

3 Waiver of Job Offer and Labor Certification Met

On balance, the petitioner’s contributions to next-generation optical technologies and biomedical applications make a waiver beneficial to the U.S.

Why This Petition Was Approved

The petition was approved based on the petitioner's 16 peer-reviewed journal articles and 2 conference papers which garnered 279 citations. The case was supported by 4 expert recommendation letters and evidence of research funding from major U.S. agencies including the NSF, ONR, and NASA. These achievements satisfied all three Dhanasar prongs for a National Interest Waiver.

Evidence

Evidence Types
Peer Reviewed Publications
Citations
Reference Letters Dependent
Grants
Conference Presentations
Original Contributions
Government Alignment

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At a Glance

Outcome approved
Processing 216 days
Criteria Met 3 / 3
Evidence Types 7

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Success Rate 53.7%
Sustained 2,046
Dismissed 1,671

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