Success Story: Iranian Visiting Research Assistant Professor Earns NIW Approval for Advancing Bridge Construction and Infrastructure Resilience in the U.S.

Posted by wegreened on January 30, 2026 in Civil Engineering (Architectural Engineering, Structural Engineering, Transportation, Transportation Engineering, Traffic Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering), NIW

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On September 30^th, 2025, we received another EB-2 NIW (National Interest Waiver) approval for a Visiting Research Assistant Professor in the field of Civil Engineering (Approval Notice).

General Field: Civil Engineering

Position at the Time of Case Filing: Visiting Research Assistant Professor

Country of Origin: Iran

State of Residence at the Time of Filing: Florida

Approval Notice Date: September 30^th, 2025

Processing Time: 1 year, 3 months, 25 days

Case Summary:

We are pleased to share the NIW approval of a visiting research assistant professor from Iran. At the time of filing, the client was conducting research in the United States on advanced bridge construction and retrofitting techniques to improve structural safety, reduce maintenance costs, and promote sustainable infrastructure. His strong publication record, citation impact, and contributions to federally funded research established him as a strong candidate for NIW approval.

Research with National Importance

The client’s proposed endeavor focuses on developing innovative construction and retrofitting technologies to enhance the durability of aging bridges across the U.S.His studies on utilizing advanced corrosion-resistant materials and innovative bridge construction techniques directly address national challenges in infrastructure renewal.

This work supports the U.S. Department of Transportation’s mission to modernize transportation systems and improve safety and efficiency. By reducing failure risks and construction delays, his research helps strengthen the reliability and sustainability of U.S. bridges, which are vital to the nation’s economic and public safety goals.

Academic and Professional Achievements

The client holds a Ph.D. in civil engineering and has authored 2 first-authored journal articles, 1 accepted paper, and 3 conference articles, published in top-tier journals. His studies have been cited 14 times by independent scholars and applied in U.S. and international research on retrofitting and corrosion prevention.

He has also conducted 6 peer reviews for leading journals and conferences, confirming his recognition as an expert in structural and materials engineering.

NIW Approval and Outlook

The I-140 NIW petition was filed on June 5, 2024, received an RFE on May 1, 2025, and was approved on September 30, 2025. With NAILG’s support, the client successfully demonstrated the national importance of his research and secured NIW approval. He now continues his work in the United States, advancing bridge engineering technologies that enhance infrastructure resilience, protect public safety, and reinforce U.S. leadership in civil engineering innovation.

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Track Record of Success EB-1 and NIW Approvals

(2020.01 - 2024.12)

Category	Approval or Refund^®		Approval or Refiling^TM
Category	Approved Sum	Success Rate	Approved Sum	Success Rate
NIW	28,946	99.52%	3,030	98.31%
EB1A	4,322	91.76%	2,870	88.91%
EB1B	793	98.51%	236	90.77%
Total	34,061	98.44%	6,136	93.39%