Case Summary:

An early-career scientist from Bangladesh in the field of Materials Chemistry contacted our law firm to pursue an EB-2 National Interest Waiver (NIW) petition. With a strong record of research in nanomaterials and a proposed endeavor aligned with U.S. national priorities, we prepared a customized petition strategy that emphasized both the merit and significance of his scientific contributions.

The client’s proposed endeavor involves the development of new methods to produce two-dimensional materials. These materials have growing importance across fields such as clean energy generation, catalytic processes, and chemical sensing. The project specifically aims to improve the efficiency and scalability of functional materials used in sustainable energy systems and advanced manufacturing. Given the relevance of these materials to U.S. efforts in clean technology, we built a strong case for their national importance.

Our legal strategy centered on showing that the proposed endeavor has substantial merit and is of national interest, and that the client is well-positioned to advance it independently. To support this, we highlighted the following key achievements:

● 24 peer-reviewed journal articles and 8 research abstracts, most of which were first-authored

● A total citation count of 251, reflecting widespread academic recognition

● Two papers were ranked among the most cited in chemistry during their publication year

The client’s research proposes novel precursor pathways for synthesizing nanomaterials with enhanced performance characteristics. His methods streamline material fabrication for a range of applications, such as electrocatalysts, semiconductors, and multifunctional sensors. The techniques he developed also promote low-cost synthesis, an essential feature for enabling large-scale commercial and industrial deployment of advanced materials.

To further reinforce the petition, we included two recommendation letters from independent experts who are familiar with his work. These letters confirm his research leadership and outline the national value of his ongoing work. One expert remarked:

“[Client]’s research on bimetallic clusters and functionalized thiol ligands presents a viable solution for synthesizing these catalysts and increasing the scalability of green power generation in the U.S.”

This quote underscores the relevance of his work to U.S. energy policy and technological innovation. With this supporting evidence, we were able to establish the petitioner’s eligibility under the NIW criteria.

The petition was filed under Premium Processing, and USCIS approved the case in just 2 months. We are proud to have supported this talented scientist and are confident that his ongoing research will continue to contribute to technological progress and sustainability in the United States.