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Public Health · China · 2025-10-01

Processing Time
352 days
Decision Date
2025-10-01
Location
New York
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Proposed Endeavor

The petitioner proposes to employ robust epidemiological studies and statistical methods to investigate urgent public health issues, specifically focusing on prescription drug use, cancer prevention, and treatment. The work aims to generate accessible guidelines for public health researchers, physicians, and government agencies to improve population health outcomes.

Framework Evaluation

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

The research addresses urgent public health issues like cancer and drug use, which are of clear national importance.

2 Well-positioned to Advance the Endeavor Met

The petitioner's Ph.D., publication record, and 172 citations demonstrate they are well-positioned to succeed.

3 Waiver Benefit Met

USCIS determined that on balance, it is in the best interest of the U.S. to waive the labor certification requirement.

Why This Petition Was Approved

The petition was approved based on the client's Ph.D. in public health and a strong record of 9 peer-reviewed journal articles and 172 citations. Evidence included 28 peer reviews for respected journals and funding from major organizations like the CDC and Pfizer. Four expert recommendation letters further satisfied all three Dhanasar prongs.

Evidence

Evidence Types
Peer Reviewed Publications
Citations
Reference Letters Dependent
Grants
Judging Experience
Original Contributions
Government Alignment

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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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At a Glance

Outcome approved
Processing 352 days
Criteria Met 3 / 3
Evidence Types 7

EB-2 (NIW) Case Data

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Total Cases 3,813
Success Rate 53.7%
Sustained 2,046
Dismissed 1,671

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