Success Stories: NIW Approval Secured for Biomedical Materials Research Scientist

Posted by wegreened on January 30, 2026 in Biomedical Materials, NIW

Client’s Testimonial:

“Thank you for the great news and help throughout the process.”

On August 20^th, 2025, we received another EB-2 NIW (National Interest Waiver) approval for a Research Scientist in the Field of Biomedical Materials (Approval Notice).

General Field: Biomedical Materials

Position at the Time of Case Filing: Research Scientist

Country of Origin: China

State of Residence at the Time of Filing: Washington

Approval Notice Date: August 20^th, 2025

Processing Time: 6 months (Premium Processing Requested)

Case Summary:

North America Immigration Law Group (NAILG) is pleased to announce the EB-2 NIW (National Interest Waiver) approval of a research scientist from China specializing in biomedical materials. The petition was filed on February 20, 2025, and approved on August 20, 2025, with the help of premium processing.

Breakthrough Research in Drug Delivery

The client’s work focuses on biomolecular delivery vehicles to create novel drug delivery systems that enhance targeted treatment efficiency and improve therapeutic outcomes. His research addresses urgent healthcare needs, such as cancer therapy and chronic disease management, by designing materials that enhance drug targeting, controlled release, and overall bioavailability.

Accomplishments and Recognition

Publications: 4 peer-reviewed journal articles in top-ranked journals, including Nano Letters and Journal of Materials Chemistry B.
Citations: His studies have already accumulated 148 citations, with two papers ranked among the top 10% and 20% most cited works of their publication years.
Funding: His research has received support from major health institutes, further validating the national importance of his work.

These contributions have advanced not only the science of biomaterials but also precision medicine and therapeutic innovation, ensuring his work directly benefits U.S. public health priorities.

Why USCIS Approved the Petition

In preparing the petition, NAILG demonstrated that:

His research has substantial merit in addressing cancer and chronic disease therapies.
His contributions are of national importance, directly tied to healthcare innovation and U.S. scientific competitiveness.
He is well-positioned to continue advancing his work given his track record of publications, citations, peer recognition, and ongoing projects.

On balance, USCIS agreed that waiving the labor certification requirement was beneficial to the United States, leading to his EB-2 NIW approval.

NIW Approval and Outlook

With his NIW approval secured, the client is now well-placed to expand his pioneering research in the U.S., contributing to the development of next-generation drug delivery systems and strengthening America’s role in biomedical innovation.

At NAILG, we are proud to have guided this case to success and look forward to seeing his continued contributions improve health outcomes and shape the future of therapeutic science.

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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%