Success Story: USCIS Granted NIW Approval With No RFE To A Chinese Staff Associate With Support From Our Firm
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“I want to thank the firm for their excellent work on my NIW case. Their clear guidance, attention to detail, and timely communication made the entire process stress-free. I am very satisfied with the outcome and grateful for their support.”
On December 2nd, 2025, we received another EB-2 NIW (National Interest Waiver) approval for a Staff Associate in the Field of Public Health (Approval Notice).
General Field: Public Health
Position at the Time of Case Filing: Staff Associate
Country of Origin: China
State of Residence at the Time of Filing: New York
Approval Notice Date: December 2nd, 2025
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Case Summary:
We are pleased to share the success story of a biomedical science researcher whose I-140 National Interest Waiver (NIW) petition was recently approved. This approval recognizes the substantial national importance of the client’s work and the significant scientific impact already demonstrated through a strong record of research contributions.
The Client’s Expertise and Research Focus
The client holds an M.Med. in Internal Medicine and has established expertise in biomedical science, with a specialized focus on cardiac regeneration, cardiac conduction, and the use of transgenic zebrafish models to study the molecular pathways involved in cardiovascular repair. The proposed endeavor centers on investigating the mechanisms governing the cardiac conduction system and the regenerative processes that occur after injury, with the ultimate goal of developing novel therapeutic strategies for cardiovascular diseases (CVDs).
This research addresses one of the most urgent public health challenges in the United States. CVDs remain the leading cause of mortality nationwide, affecting millions of Americans each year. By uncovering the pathways that drive natural cardiac repair, the client’s work contributes directly to advancements in regenerative medicine and the development of more effective, targeted treatments.
Evidence of Impact and Recognition
A key part of the NIW petition involved demonstrating the client’s strong record of influence in the scientific community:
- 12 peer-reviewed journal articles, with 5 first- or co-first-authored, reflecting sustained and original contributions.
- 451 citations to this body of work, confirming its relevance and influence among biomedical scientists worldwide.
- Publications in widely respected journals, illustrating the rigor and importance of the client’s findings.
These citations include multiple highly cited papers that rank among the top percentiles for their field and publication year, demonstrating exceptional utilization and recognition of the client’s work.
Additionally, the client’s ongoing research and expertise align closely with major national research priorities. The work has received funding from the National Institutes of Health (NIH), an agency that awards support only to research initiatives with clear scientific merit and national benefit.
A Strong NIW Approval for Critical Biomedical Research
The approval of this NIW petition reflects USCIS’s recognition of the client as a highly capable researcher whose continued work will significantly benefit U.S. scientific progress and public health outcomes. This success highlights the strength of the client’s record as well as the value of cardiac regeneration research in addressing nationwide health challenges.
We are proud to support and represent researchers whose work contributes meaningfully to improving lives, advancing medical innovation, and strengthening the nation’s scientific leadership.