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Water Resources Engineer II

Water Resource Engineering · Nepal · 2023-02-21

Processing Time
83 days
Decision Date
2023-02-21
Location
Arkansas
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Proposed Endeavor

The petitioner proposes to continue developing and utilizing state-of-the-art tools and techniques to assess water resources and minimize threats from disasters such as floods and droughts. His work focuses on analyzing and minimizing the impacts of climate variability and change on water resource systems to ensure safe drinking water and food supplies.

Framework Evaluation

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

The endeavor addresses key issues related to climate change, human health, and the safety of drinking water and food supplies.

2 Well-positioned to Advance the Endeavor Met

The petitioner holds a Ph.D. and has a significant record of publications, citations, and peer review experience.

3 Waiver Benefit Met

The petitioner's major contributions and status as an unparalleled asset to the U.S. water resource infrastructure justify the waiver.

Why This Petition Was Approved

The petition was approved based on the petitioner's Ph.D. in engineering science and a strong record of 335 citations. Evidence included 10 peer-reviewed journal articles, 8 conference papers, and 20 completed peer reviews, satisfying all three Dhanasar prongs.

Evidence

Evidence Types
Peer Reviewed Publications
Citations
Grants
Conference Presentations
Judging Experience
Original Contributions
Government Alignment

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At a Glance

Outcome approved
Processing 83 days
Criteria Met 3 / 3
Evidence Types 7

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Success Rate 53.7%
Sustained 2,046
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