EB-2 NIWComputer science and AIIndividualDecided August 2024Sustained
Outcome: Sustained
AUG192024_02B5203
Merit and national importanceMetWell positionedMetBalance favors a waiverMet
Our summary
An artificial intelligence researcher with master's and Ph.D. degrees sought EB-2 NIW classification to advance machine learning algorithms for power system security. The AAO found all three Dhanasar prongs met: national importance of the endeavor, applicant's positioning, and net benefit to the United States. Appeal sustained.
Official PDF
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What the AAO accepted
- Merit and national importance · Decision found proposed endeavor of developing machine learning algorithms for power system security has substantial merit and national importance.
- Well positioned · Decision found petitioner well-positioned based on advanced STEM degrees, teaching and research role, and expertise in machine learning and artificial intelligence.
- Balance favors a waiver · Decision found waiver beneficial based on advanced degrees, published research, expertise, plan, and national academic support for STEM endeavor.
What was missing
Every criterion in the table was found met.
Criteria
| Criterion | Reading | Why |
|---|---|---|
 Merit and national importance | Met | Decision found proposed endeavor of developing machine learning algorithms for power system security has substantial merit and national importance. |
 Well positioned | Met | Decision found petitioner well-positioned based on advanced STEM degrees, teaching and research role, and expertise in machine learning and artificial intelligence. |
 Balance favors a waiver | Met | Decision found waiver beneficial based on advanced degrees, published research, expertise, plan, and national academic support for STEM endeavor. |
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