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Engineering · China · 2025-09-12

Processing Time
185 days
Decision Date
2025-09-12
Location
New Jersey
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Proposed Endeavor

The petitioner proposes to advance hydrological models to provide more accurate and timely forecasts of extreme events. This research focuses on strengthening predictive accuracy to save lives, protect infrastructure, and minimize the economic and social consequences of natural disasters in the United States.

Why This Petition Was Approved

The petitioner holds a Ph.D. in Civil Engineering and a minor in Statistics, with a record of 5 peer-reviewed journal articles and 7 abstracts that have accumulated 30 citations. Additionally, the petitioner demonstrated expertise through 17 peer reviews for respected journals, satisfying the requirements for national importance and being well-positioned to advance the endeavor.

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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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Outcome approved
Processing 185 days
RFE Issued

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Success Rate 54.2%
Sustained 2,112
Dismissed 1,687

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