Success Story: Our Expert Helped a Research Scientist Secure NIW Approval Without Receiving Any RFE

Client’s Testimonial:

“Thank you very much for your help and guidance throughout my I-140 NIW petition process.”

On October 6^th, 2025, we received another EB-2 NIW (National Interest Waiver) approval for a Research Scientist in the Field of Chemical Engineering (Approval Notice).

General Field: Chemical Engineering

Position at the Time of Case Filing: Research Scientist

Country of Origin: Taiwan

State of Residence at the Time of Filing: Alabama

Approval Notice Date: October 6^th, 2025

Processing Time: 20 months, 14 days

Case Summary:

At North America Immigration Law Group, we are proud to support researchers who dedicate their expertise to solving some of the world’s most pressing challenges. We are delighted to share the success story of our client, an accomplished chemical engineer whose I-140 NIW (National Interest Waiver) petition was recently approved. His approval showcases how carefully crafted evidence and strategy can highlight the national impact of highly specialized scientific research.

Client Background and Research Focus

The client holds an M.S. in chemical engineering and specializes in the study of ion and molecular transport in advanced materials. His proposed endeavor focuses on examining in-situ multi-permeant transport within hydrated dense membranes to design new membranes that demand highly selective transport—a critical step toward improving fuel cell and energy conversion applications. This line of research directly supports the United States’ transition to cleaner energy and reduced greenhouse gas emissions.

Petition Strategy and Key Evidence

To further substantiate his influence and qualifications, we presented:

5 peer-reviewed journal publications (including a first-authored paper) published in top-ranked chemical engineering journals.
20 citations to his published body of work, reflecting global recognition of his contributions to sustainable membrane technology.
Evidence of major federal funding sources, including the U.S. DOE and the NSF, which support projects of strategic national relevance.
A portfolio of cutting-edge research that contributes to fuel cell optimization, carbon capture, and green energy innovation.

We also included four letters of recommendation from independent experts and collaborators, each confirming the originality and impact of his research. One recommender noted:

“It is evident as to why [Client’s] work in the field of chemical engineering must be enabled to continue; his contributions are of outstanding value and have practical implications of magnitude in the clean energy industry and beyond.”

Case Outcome

The I-140 NIW petition was approved without a Request for Evidence (RFE), underscoring the strength of the client’s qualifications and the precision of our legal argumentation. This success demonstrates not only the client’s expertise in advancing sustainable membrane technologies but also our firm’s commitment to presenting each case with strategic clarity and depth.

We are honored to have represented this talented chemical engineer and to support his efforts to advance the clean energy transition that is vital to the nation’s technological and environmental future.

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