approved EB-2 (NIW)

Postdoctoral Fellow

Physics · Nepal · 2022-10-20

Processing Time
31 days
Decision Date
2022-10-20
Location
Arkansas
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Proposed Endeavor

The petitioner proposes to continue research on developing numerical and analytical methods to identify 2D ferroelectric, ferromagnetic, multiferroic, and quantum materials. This work aims to enable the development of next-generation memory, spintronic, valleytronic, optoelectronic, and energy storage devices.

Framework Evaluation

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

The research on 2D materials for energy storage and next-generation electronics was found to have significant national importance and merit.

2 Well-positioned to Advance the Endeavor Met

The petitioner's 6 years of research experience, publication record, and 101 citations demonstrate he is well-positioned to succeed.

3 Waiver of Job Offer and Labor Certification Met

On balance, the U.S. benefits from waiving the labor certification due to the petitioner's specialized expertise and the importance of his work to energy storage.

Why This Petition Was Approved

The petition was approved based on the petitioner's 3 peer-reviewed journal articles and 101 citations, demonstrating significant influence in the field. The case was supported by 4 expert recommendation letters and evidence of funding from the U.S. Department of Energy and the National Science Foundation, satisfying all three Dhanasar prongs.

Evidence

Evidence Types
Peer Reviewed Publications
Citations
Reference Letters Independent
Grants
Original Contributions
Government Alignment

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Outcome approved
Processing 31 days
Criteria Met 3 / 3
Evidence Types 6

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