Success Stories: A Researcher in the Field of Electrical Engineering Successfully Obtained His NIW Petition Approved

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“I am writing to express my deepest gratitude for your outstanding support and guidance throughout my EB2 NIW petition process. Your expertise, dedication, and professionalism were crucial in ensuring a smooth filing and, ultimately, a successful approval. A special thanks to Attorney Lei Lei for invaluable assistance, patience, and meticulous attention to detail. Your insights and strategic approach made a significant difference in strengthening my case. I truly appreciate the effort and dedication you and your team put into every step of the process. I am incredibly grateful for your exceptional service and unwavering support. I will gladly recommend Chen Associates to anyone seeking immigration assistance. Thank you again for everything!”

On March 3^rd, 2025, we received another EB-2 NIW (National Interest Waiver) approval for a Researcher in the Field of Electrical Engineering (Approval Notice).

General Field: Electrical Engineering

Position at the Time of Case Filing: Researcher

Country of Origin: Nepal

State of Residence at the Time of Filing: Alabama

Approval Notice Date: March 3^rd, 2025

Processing Time: 3 months, 3 days (Premium Processing Requested)

Case Summary:

At North America Immigration Law Group, we are grateful for the opportunity to support highly skilled professionals in their immigration journeys. One such case is that of a dedicated researcher in the electrical engineering field, whose important contributions have led to a successful NIW approval.

Our client is engaged in developing innovative methods for synthesizing, characterizing, and integrating two-dimensional (2D) semiconducting quantum materials. His work enhances next-generation electronic, photonic, and quantum devices while advancing additive nanomanufacturing for practical applications. With potential impacts on energy storage, environmental monitoring, and medical diagnostics, his research holds promise for various technological advancements.

His academic contributions reflect his commitment to the field. He has authored four peer-reviewed journal articles (two as the first author) and six peer-reviewed conference articles (one as the first author). With 23 citations and 1 review to date, his work is steadily gaining recognition within the scientific community. His research has received funding from the National Science Foundation (NSF) and the Nuvoton Technology Corporation.

Four Experts in his field have acknowledged the significance of his research. One recommendation letter highlighted:

“[Client]’s work provides undeniable and tangible benefits to the United States and its population. His enhancements in laser-based technology for generating two-dimensional materials enable more effective and controlled materials synthesis processes. This foundational work is crucial for developing atomically thin materials for use in technologies such as high-performance sensors and quantum devices. His innovations enable the creation of next-generation electronic and photonic devices by precisely controlling defect concentrations and optimizing their electrical and optical characteristics.”

Through a thorough and carefully structured petition, we demonstrated our client’s meaningful contributions and potential for continued innovation. His work aligns with national interests, supporting the advancement of nanotechnology and quantum materials research. Despite the challenges of the petition process, his dedication and qualifications speak for themselves, leading to a well-earned approval. We are honored to have assisted our client in this process and wish him continued success in his endeavors.

North America Immigration Law Group (Chen Immigration Law Associates) is a U.S. immigration law firm dedicated to representing corporations, research institutions, and individuals from all 50 U.S. states regarding I-140 immigration petitions. We specialize in employment-based immigration petition and have a proven record of high success rate for the categories of: EB2-NIW (National Interest Waiver), EB1-A (Alien of Extraordinary Ability), EB1-B (Outstanding Researcher/Professor) and O-1 (Alien of Extraordinary Ability).

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