Date of Decision: AUG. 5, 2016
Service Center: Texas Service Center
Form Type: Form I-140
Case Type: EB1 Extraordinary Ability
Petitioner Information
Profession: Specialist in Intelligent Transportation Research
Field: Intelligent Transportation Systems
Nationality: Not Specified
Summary of Decision
Initial Decision: Denied
Appeal Outcome: Approved
Evidentiary Criteria Analysis
Criteria Met:
Judging the Work of Others:
The Petitioner served as a judge of the work of others by being an associate editor and reviewing manuscripts for various professional publications.
Authorship of Scholarly Articles:
The Petitioner authored several scholarly articles in professional publications.
Original Contributions of Major Significance:
The Petitioner has made contributions of major significance in the field of intelligent transportation systems. Specific projects included designing the framework of an integrated traffic management system and constructing a regional traffic signal control system, significantly improving traffic network capacity.
Criteria Not Met:
National or Internationally Recognized Awards:
The Petitioner did not receive a nationally or internationally recognized award.
Membership in Associations:
The Petitioner did not demonstrate an invitation for admission to an association that requires outstanding achievements of its members.
Key Points from the Decision
Original Contributions of Major Significance
The Petitioner presented letters confirming his significant contributions, such as establishing international communication channels, promoting intelligent technology development, and participating in important projects that have provided substantial social and economic benefits.
Key Quotes:
- “The Petitioner supervised research projects that serve as a pilot role in establishing demonstration projects for practical intelligent traffic systems.”
- “The systems developed by the Petitioner have brought huge social and economic value, reducing vehicle travel costs and saving travel time.”
Authorship of Scholarly Articles
The Petitioner’s articles have garnered notable levels of citation, indicating the usefulness and influence of his published results in the field.
Key Quotes:
- “Several of the Petitioner’s articles have individually garnered notable levels of citation.”
Judging the Work of Others
The Petitioner served on the editorial boards of reputable professional publications, demonstrating recognition and name exposure consistent with national or international acclaim.
Key Quotes:
- “The Petitioner has served as one of several associate editors for professional publications, meeting the judging criterion.”
Supporting Documentation
- Reference Letters:
- Letters from esteemed professionals highlighting the Petitioner’s significant contributions to the field.
- Awards and Recognitions:
- Documentation of the Petitioner’s awards, including local and regional recognitions.
- Publications and Citations:
- Evidence of the Petitioner’s published articles and their impact, demonstrated by citation records.
Conclusion
Final Determination:
The appeal is sustained, and the Petitioner has demonstrated eligibility for the EB-1 Extraordinary Ability classification.
Reasoning:
The Petitioner has shown that he possesses sustained national acclaim and has risen to the top of his field. His contributions, judging activities, and scholarly publications collectively meet the evidentiary criteria required for the EB-1 classification.
Next Steps:
The Petitioner should continue his work in the United States, where his expertise in intelligent transportation systems will substantially benefit the country.
