Success Stories: An Iranian PhD Candidate’s Path to Success: EB2-NIW Petition Approved with No Request for Evidence

Client’s Testimonial:

“I had a very positive experience working with the North America Immigration Law Group on my NIW petition. They were consistently responsive (i.e., every question I had was answered within 24 hours), and they followed through on every step they outlined from the beginning, which made me find them trustworthy. After I signed the agreement, they provided access to a well-organized client webpage that made it easy to keep track of tasks, documents, and deadlines. The whole process felt structured and manageable thanks to that system.”

On June 11^th, 2025, we received another EB-2 NIW (National Interest Waiver) approval for a PhD candidate in the Field of Bioinformatics (Approval Notice).

General Field: Bioinformatics

Position at the Time of Case Filing: PhD candidate

Country of Origin: Iran

State of Residence at the Time of Filing: Illinois

Approval Notice Date: June 11^th, 2025

Processing Time: 1 year, 6 months, and 22 days

Case Summary:

NAILG (North America Immigration Law Group) is proud to announce the successful approval of an I-140 EB2-NIW (National Interest Waiver) petition for a bioinformatics PhD candidate specializing in genomic data analysis. Originally from Iran, the client approached us seeking expert legal assistance with his petition. After a thorough review of his academic background and groundbreaking research, we were confident that he was an ideal candidate for the EB2-NIW category. We are thrilled that the petition was approved in just 1 year, 6 months, and 23 days, achieved without any Request for Evidence (RFE).

National Significance of the Proposed Endeavor

The client’s proposed research involves the development of advanced computational pipelines and machine learning algorithms for genomic analysis. This work aims to enhance the effectiveness of treatments for critical health conditions such as infectious diseases, cancer, diabetes, depression, and reproductive health issues. By improving the understanding of disease mechanisms through genomic data, his research supports national priorities in healthcare, particularly in advancing personalized medicine and improving health outcomes across the U.S.

Impactful Contributions to the Bioinformatics Field

The client has already made substantial contributions to the field of bioinformatics. Notable highlights include:

● 2 peer-reviewed journal articles and 4 conference publications, with 3 first-authored contributions.

● Published in top-tier journals such as Human Reproduction and Current Pharmaceutical Design.

● Cited 19 times by peers in the bioinformatics community, showcasing the influence and relevance of his work.

● Demonstrated expertise in peer reviewing for prestigious journals, completing at least 3 reviews to date.

● Secured funding from esteemed institutions, including the National Institute of Child Health and Human Development and the National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases, highlighting the national importance of his research.

Strong Support from Expert Recommendation Letters

The client’s petition was also supported by 4 expert recommendation letters, including 3 independent advisory opinions from leading professionals in the field. These letters underscored the national importance of the client’s research and provided compelling evidence of his significant contributions to bioinformatics. One expert stated:

“In summation, I reiterate my absolute endorsement of [client’s] research into the role of ncRNAs in gastrointestinal cancers. His continued research has notable implications for the next generation of cancer interventions, as well as for the molecular understanding of disease pathology, and his professional achievements delineate him as an important asset to the United States’ role as an international leader in cancer research. ”

Smooth Petition Approval with No Request for Evidence (RFE)

Thanks to NAILG’s strategic petition preparation and thorough documentation, the client’s I-140 EB2-NIW petition was approved in 1 year, 6 months, and 22 days, without the need for any Request for Evidence (RFE). This swift approval reflects the merit of his contributions and the national importance of his work. We are pleased to have helped facilitate this significant step in the client’s career and look forward to his continued advancements in bioinformatics and medicine.

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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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