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Social Philosophy · Colombia · 2025-02-25

Processing Time
61 days
Decision Date
2025-02-25
Location
Washington
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Proposed Endeavor

The petitioner proposes to create innovative philosophical approaches that integrate interdisciplinary perspectives to elucidate the complex nature of perception, human sociality, and social identities. This research aims to enhance philosophical inquiry while informing fields such as social psychology and cognitive sciences to address issues of diversity, inclusion, and equity.

Framework Evaluation

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

The endeavor provides valuable insights for education and policy-making in an increasingly diverse society.

2 Well-positioned to Advance the Endeavor Met

The petitioner holds a Ph.D. and has a distinguished record of research including 12 publications and 67 citations.

3 On Balance, Beneficial to Waive Job Offer Met

The practical value of the research in applied philosophy and social psychology makes it beneficial to waive the labor certification.

Why This Petition Was Approved

The petition was approved based on the petitioner's Ph.D. in philosophy and a record of 10 first-authored peer-reviewed journal articles, one first-authored conference article, and one first-authored book. His scholarship earned 67 citations and his frameworks were implemented by peers in behavior analysis and applied philosophy, satisfying all three Dhanasar prongs.

Evidence

Evidence Types
Peer Reviewed Publications
Citations
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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At a Glance

Outcome approved
Processing 61 days
Criteria Met 3 / 3
Evidence Types 3

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

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