Success Stories: Advancing Nutrition Science Through Innovative Chronic Disease Therapies

Posted by wegreened on January 30, 2026 in Food and Nutrition (Nutritional Science, Food Science), NIW

Client’s Testimonial:

“Thank you for your support.”

On July 7^th, 2025, we received another EB-2 NIW (National Interest Waiver) approval for a Graduate Research Assistant in the Field of Nutrition (Approval Notice).

General Field: Nutrition

Position at the Time of Case Filing: Graduate Research Assistant

Country of Origin: Iran

Approval Notice Date: July 7^th, 2025

Processing Time: 13 months, 2 days

Case Summary:

We are delighted to announce the EB-2 NIW (National Interest Waiver) approval for a dedicated nutrition science researcher from Iran, currently contributing to academic research as a Graduate Research Assistant. Specializing in the development of advanced therapeutic interventions, the client’s work focuses on combating chronic diseases using bioactive compounds and cutting-edge drug delivery technologies.

Addressing Major Public Health Needs through Nutrition

The client’s research is rooted in the prevention and treatment of chronic illnesses such as diabetes, cardiovascular disease, and obesity.

Proven Track Record in High-Impact Research

In support of the petition, the client’s publication record highlighted 10 peer-reviewed journal articles and 10 conference abstracts. In addition to a strong citation record (at least 97 times), the client has also contributed as a peer reviewer for numerous scientific journals, completing at least 9 reviews.

One recommender wrote,

“Her research on the health benefits of functional foods provides critical insight into alternatives for the treatment of chronic illnesses and presents significant potential for clinical application in the United States.”

This independent testimony emphasizes how her work is already shaping public health approaches to chronic disease management in the U.S.

A Promising Path Forward

Beyond her current contributions, the client has mapped out a clear future plan to explore new drug discovery and development for metabolic disorders such as diabetes, with the goal of translating foundational research into clinical applications.

Final Thoughts

NAILG was proud to represent this promising researcher and build a compelling EB-2 NIW petition highlighting her unique qualifications and the national importance of her work. Her case was approved shortly after filing, a testament to the strength of the evidence and the strategy behind her petition. We look forward to the contributions she will continue to make in transforming chronic disease treatment through nutritional science and innovative biotechnologies.

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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%