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Water Resources Engineer

Water Resource Management · Sri Lanka · 2022-05-11

Processing Time
650 days
Decision Date
2022-05-11
Location
New Jersey
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Proposed Endeavor

The petitioner proposes to design water-related infrastructure using modern computational tools and innovative approaches to improve water resource management. His work focuses on developing novel methods to lessen the burden of natural hazards, such as floods and droughts, on the agricultural industry and human health.

Framework Evaluation

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

The endeavor addresses critical issues like drought affecting 27.4% of U.S. land and the toxicity of nanoparticles in aquatic ecosystems.

2 Well-positioned to Advance the Endeavor Met

The petitioner holds a Ph.D. in civil engineering and has a documented history of influential research with 143 citations and multiple first-authored publications.

3 Waiver of Job Offer and Labor Certification Met

Given the alignment with USGS and NIH goals and the specialized nature of the research, it was found beneficial to waive the labor certification.

Why This Petition Was Approved

The petition was approved based on the petitioner's Ph.D. in civil engineering and a record of 6 peer-reviewed journal articles and 6 conference articles. These works garnered 143 citations, demonstrating significant impact in the field. Additionally, the petitioner completed 5 peer reviews and secured several expert recommendation letters, satisfying all three Dhanasar prongs.

Evidence

Evidence Types
Peer Reviewed Publications
Citations
Conference Presentations
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 650 days
Criteria Met 3 / 3
Evidence Types 6

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