Success Story: NIW Approved For A Postdoctoral Researcher From Brazil Thanks To Our Firm’s Expert Strategy
Client’s Testimonial:
“Working with Chen Immigration Attorneys on my EB2-NIW petition was a smooth and rewarding experience. From our very first consultation, they demonstrated a deep understanding of the intricacies of the National Interest Waiver process, especially for researchers in the scientific sector.
What I appreciated most was their attention to detail and clear communication. Crafting an NIW case requires translating academic and professional achievements into a compelling narrative for USCIS. They were always prompt in answering my questions and guided me through every step until my I-140 was successfully approved.
Thanks to their expertise, I felt entirely confident throughout the petition process. I gladly recommend their services to any researcher or professional looking to navigate U.S. immigration with a knowledgeable and dedicated legal team.”
On September 30th, 2026, we received another EB-2 NIW (National Interest Waiver) approval for a Postdoctoral Researcher in the Field of Genetics (Approval Notice).
General Field: Genetics
Position at the Time of Case Filing: Postdoctoral Researcher
Country of Origin: Brazil
Approval Notice Date: September 30th, 2026
Processing Time: 2 months, 17 days (Premium Processing Upgrade Requested)
Case Summary:
Holding a Ph.D. in animal science, the client currently conducts genetics research at a U.S. academic institution. Her proposed endeavor focuses on enhancing resilience and welfare traits in livestock by applying genomic analyses, genomic prediction models, and genome-wide association studies. This work addresses critical challenges in U.S. agricultural systems, such as heat stress, disease outbreaks, and productivity losses, directly supporting national food security, animal welfare, and agricultural sustainability.
To satisfy the Matter of Dhanasar framework, our team presented a comprehensive evidentiary record demonstrating her standing in the scientific community. Her scholarly output includes 13 peer-reviewed journal articles (7 first-authored), 3 first-authored peer-reviewed conference articles, and 1 first-authored preprint. Her published body of work has accumulated 64 citations from researchers globally, and she has completed 1 peer review for an authoritative journal in her field. Additionally, her research has been supported by major federal funding from the U.S. Department of Agriculture's National Institute of Food and Agriculture (NIFA).
Rather than presenting raw citation counts as self-evidently sufficient, our legal team analyzed how an adjudicator evaluates scientific influence. We provided bibliometric percentile data showing that two of her publications ranked among the top 10% and top 20% most-cited articles in agricultural sciences for their publication year. We also documented how independent research teams across the globe actively rely on her genomic selection tools, thermotolerance markers, and non-additive genetic models to inform their own investigations into livestock heat adaptation and breeding strategies.
By connecting the client’s academic training, federal grant support, top citation percentiles, and independent research adoption to vital U.S. agricultural priorities, our firm presented a compelling case that resulted in I-140 NIW approval. We congratulate the client and look forward to her continued contributions to agricultural genetics and livestock sustainability in the United States.