Success Story: Our Firm Helped an Iranian Postdoctoral Fellow Get NIW Approved Despite RFE
Client’s Testimonial:
“Navigating the NIW process from Iran felt daunting, but my attorney from Chen Immigration Group turned uncertainty into triumph. Her razor-sharp attention to detail during our RFE response – particularly in validating my citation records and refining my research narrative – was exceptional. Alice consistently answered my emails within 24 hours, patiently explaining complex legal requirements while honoring my academic perspective. When USCIS approved my case, it wasn’t just a legal victory; it was validation of years of catalytic materials research. I will remember Alice’s dedication in making seemingly impossible documentation feel achievable. For fellow scientists pursuing NIW: trust this team to transform your life’s work into immigration success.”
On July 24th, 2025, we received another EB-2 NIW (National Interest Waiver) approval for a Postdoctoral Fellow in the Field of Materials Science and Engineering (Approval Notice).
General Field: Materials Science and Engineering
Position at the Time of Case Filing: Postdoctoral Fellow
Country of Origin: Iran
Country of Residence at the Time of Filing: Iran
Approval Notice Date: July 24th, 2025
Processing Time: 13 months, 19 days
Case Summary:
We are pleased to announce the approval of an I-140 National Interest Waiver (NIW) petition for a distinguished Ph.D. holder in materials science and engineering. The petition was approved in July 2025 after overcoming an RFE, reflecting the petitioner’s recognized contributions to advancing catalyst technologies for environmental, energy, and healthcare applications.
Advancing Sustainability and Innovation in Materials Science
The petitioner’s research focuses on designing and engineering cutting-edge catalyst materials to achieve high-performance catalyst fabrication. His work addresses critical challenges in environmental remediation, energy storage, energy conversion, and medical diagnostics. By developing catalysts with improved stability, efficiency, and cost-effectiveness, his research directly supports cleaner energy solutions and improved healthcare tools.
Currently engaged in materials science research, he continues to explore innovative fabrication strategies that can be applied in industrial, environmental, and biomedical sectors, with the goal of creating technologies that improve efficiency, reduce waste, and drive sustainable progress.
Recognized Expertise and Measurable Impact
The petition highlighted a strong record of scholarly achievement, including:
- 11 peer-reviewed journal articles (7 first-authored) and 4 conference papers (3 first-authored);
- 114 citations from fellow researchers in materials science and related disciplines;
- Funding support from the Iran National Science Foundation.
These accomplishments demonstrate that his work has shaped ongoing research, influenced industrial practices, and advanced the global knowledge base in catalyst design and application.
A Strong Case for Continued National Benefit
Through detailed evidence, we demonstrated the petitioner’s ability to address issues of national importance by providing innovative solutions for clean energy, environmental protection, and medical technology. His continued research in the United States promises to strengthen the nation’s capacity for sustainable technology development. NAILG is proud to have guided this case to approval, ensuring his work can progress for the benefit of society.