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PhD Candidate

Renewable Energy Generation And Storage · Bangladesh · 2023-08-01

Processing Time
129 days
Decision Date
2023-08-01
Location
Missouri
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 develop novel multifunctional energy materials for large-scale energy storage and high-efficiency, low-cost solar cells. This work aims to improve the performance and adaptability of advanced renewable energy technologies to reduce global emissions and mitigate climate change.

Framework Evaluation

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

The research on multifunctional energy materials and solar cells is of great importance to the U.S. for reducing global emissions and preventing climate change outcomes.

2 Well-positioned to Advance the Endeavor Met

The petitioner is well-positioned due to his educational background, publication record, citation count, and history of funding from the NSF and DOE.

3 Waiver Benefit Met

On balance, it was determined beneficial to the U.S. to waive the job offer and labor certification requirements given the petitioner's specialized expertise and the national relevance of his work.

Why This Petition Was Approved

The petition was approved based on the petitioner's 5 peer-reviewed journal articles, 3 conference papers, and 1 US patent application which garnered 58 citations. Additionally, he completed 10 peer reviews for prestigious journals and secured research funding from the National Science Foundation (NSF) and the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE).

Evidence

Evidence Types
Peer Reviewed Publications
Citations
Patents
Grants
Conference Presentations
Judging Experience
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 129 days
Criteria Met 3 / 3
Evidence Types 7

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

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