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Physics · South Korea · 2022-04-13

Processing Time
103 days
Decision Date
2022-04-13
Location
Illinois
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 developing and driving the Muon g-2 Experiment to obtain sigma discrepancies to prove the Standard Model Theory is incomplete. This work aims to bring to light mechanics of previously unexplored physics in nature not covered by current models.

Framework Evaluation

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

The research highlights discrepancies in the Standard Model theory and provides critical tools for the U.S. oil exploration industry.

2 Well-positioned to Advance the Endeavor Met

The petitioner has a record of 6 peer-reviewed publications and 542 citations, showing significant influence in the field.

3 On Balance, Beneficial to Waive Job Offer Met

The petitioner's unique expertise in frequency extraction for NMR technology offers substantial economic benefits that outweigh the need for labor certification.

Why This Petition Was Approved

The petition was approved based on the petitioner's 6 peer-reviewed journal articles and a high citation count of 542. The case was supported by 4 expert recommendation letters and demonstrated significant economic potential through the application of NMR spectroscopy in the oil exploration industry, satisfying all three Dhanasar prongs.

Evidence

Evidence Types
Peer Reviewed Publications
Citations
Reference Letters Dependent
Original Contributions

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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 103 days
Criteria Met 3 / 3
Evidence Types 4

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Total Cases 3,895
Success Rate 54.2%
Sustained 2,112
Dismissed 1,687

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