Case Summary:       

At North America Immigration Law Group (NAILG), we recently assisted a senior process engineer from China specializing in materials science with his I-140 EB2-NIW (National Interest Waiver) petition. NAILG carefully reviewed his education, skills, and extensive research accomplishments, confirming that he is a strong candidate for the EB2-NIW petition. Recognizing the national importance and potential impact of his work on U.S. technological competitiveness, we developed a strategic petition that highlighted his qualifications and scientific achievements in this critical field. The petition was filed under the direct premium processing and approved by USCIS in just over three months.

Advancing Semiconductor Manufacturing for National Competitiveness

Our client’s proposed endeavor focuses on developing and improving advanced semiconductor area selective deposition processes to enable fabrication at the most advanced nodes beyond 3 nanometers. His work involves creating novel selective deposition techniques that increase efficiency by reducing oxidation damage to metal lines and enhancing low-k dielectric material performance. This research not only aims to improve power consumption, device performance, and integration density but also addresses key manufacturing challenges, such as lowering costs and increasing throughput, which are essential for maintaining U.S. leadership in semiconductor technology and manufacturing. His ongoing efforts contribute directly to strengthening the U.S. position in this globally competitive industry.

Distinguished Contributions and Professional Milestones

NAILG presented a compelling portfolio of achievements that highlight our client’s expertise and impact within materials science and semiconductor engineering:

• An extensive publication record comprising 11 peer-reviewed journal articles (including 3 as first author) and 7 conference abstracts (4 first-authored).
• One granted U.S. patent, demonstrating innovation and practical application of his research.
• Accumulated 171 citations, reflecting broad recognition and the influential nature of his research outputs.
• Published in top-tier journals such as ACS Nano, ACS Applied Materials & Interfaces, JACS Au, and ACS Applied Electronic Materials, underscoring the excellence and relevance of his work.
• Authored five highly-cited papers, with two ranking in the top 10% and three in the top 20% of most-cited articles for their respective publication years.
• Demonstrated mastery of advanced techniques, including atomic layer deposition, chemical vapor deposition, and sophisticated microscopy methods, underpins his research innovations.

Effective Petition Strategy Secures Timely Approval

Thanks to NAILG’s strategic and thorough preparation, USCIS approved our client’s I-140 EB2-NIW petition in just 3 months and 12 days with the premium processing. This expeditious decision reflects the undeniable strength of his professional profile and the meticulous documentation presented. We congratulate our client on this notable success and are proud to continue supporting his vital contributions to the advancement of materials science and U.S. technological leadership.