Success Story: NIW Approved for Materials Researcher Advancing Automated Discovery

Posted by wegreened on January 30, 2026 in Materials Engineering (Textile Technology, Materials Science, Polymer Science), NIW

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On November 13^th, 2025, we received another EB-2 NIW (National Interest Waiver) approval for a Graduate Research Assistant in the Field of Materials Science and Engineering (Approval Notice).

General Field: Materials Science and Engineering

Position at the Time of Case Filing: Graduate Research Assistant

Country of Origin: Iran

Approval Notice Date: November 13^th, 2025

Processing Time: 8 months (Premium Processing Upgrade Requested)

Case Summary:

A materials science and engineering specialist has recently received EB-2 NIW approval for her innovative work in automated materials discovery. Her research focuses on robotics-enabled synthesis and characterization techniques that accelerate the development of advanced, environmentally sustainable materials, an area recognized nationwide for its importance in clean energy and technology innovation. With NAILG’s support, her petition effectively demonstrated the national relevance and scientific merit of her contributions.

Her proposed endeavor centers on improving the discovery pipeline for perovskite materials, known for their tunable optoelectronic properties and vital role in solar technologies, energy-efficient lighting, and other emerging energy systems. By integrating automated experimentation with data-driven analysis, her work enhances the speed, precision, and scalability of identifying materials that reduce toxic components and strengthen U.S. leadership in renewable energy.

The petitioner is well-positioned to advance this effort. She has authored six peer-reviewed journal articles, including four as first author, that highlight her leadership in developing innovative synthesis and characterization strategies. Her work has earned 32 citations from independent researchers, illustrating its growing impact within the materials science community.

With a strong track record and a clearly defined research agenda aligned with U.S. priorities, the petitioner successfully met the NIW criteria. Her approval highlights not only the significance of her work but also NAILG’s commitment to effectively representing scientists whose research advances sustainable technology development in the United States.

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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%