Success Stories: EB-2 NIW Approval for Computer Engineering Faculty Member from Iran

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On August 12^th, 2025, we received another EB-2 NIW (National Interest Waiver) approval for a Faculty Member-Assistant Professor in the Field of Computer Engineering (Approval Notice).

General Field: Computer Engineering

Position at the Time of Case Filing: Faculty Member-Assistant Professor

Country of Origin: Iran

Country of Residence at the Time of Filing: Iran

Approval Notice Date: August 12^th, 2025

Processing Time: 19 months, 2 days

Case Summary:

We are pleased to share another approval secured by North America Immigration Law Group (NAILG). Our client, a faculty member and assistant professor from Iran specializing in computer engineering, has received an EB-2 National Interest Waiver (NIW) approval. The petition was filed on January 10, 2024, and approved on August 12, 2025.

Advancing Wireless Sensor Networks for Critical Applications

The client’s research lies at the intersection of computer engineering, wireless sensor networks (WSNs), and the Internet of Things (IoT). His work develops energy-efficient, low-cost, and scalable WSNs to be deployed in areas such as healthcare monitoring, environmental protection, and smart city design. His novel algorithms have advanced rumor routing, clustering, and data dissemination strategies, making sensor networks more reliable and cost-effective while extending their operational lifetimes.

Recognized Scholarship and Peer Influence

Over the course of his academic career, the client has authored 7 peer-reviewed journal articles, 39 peer-reviewed conference papers, and 2 technical reports. His research has been cited more than 200 times, a clear demonstration that peers worldwide continue to build upon his findings in areas like mobile WSNs, IoT-enabled monitoring systems, and energy-efficient algorithms.

Beyond publishing, he has also contributed to the academic community by serving as a peer reviewer for international conferences, showcasing the trust leading venues place in his expertise.

Independent Endorsements of Impact

In a letter of recommendation submitted with the petition, an independent expert from Amazon underscored the value of his work:

“[Client’s] achievements act as a catalyst for the further integration of wireless sensor networks into industrial processing, agricultural production, and electronic functionality. His breakthroughs in clustering algorithms and data dissemination strategies represent astounding advancements in algorithmic design.”

Such endorsements, particularly from professionals with no prior collaboration, reinforce both the independence and credibility of the recognition he has earned.

Demonstrating National Importance

In the petition, NAILG highlighted how his work directly aligns with critical and emerging technologies recognized by the U.S. National Science and Technology Council, particularly in networked sensors, energy efficiency, and communication technologies. His contributions address urgent national needs such as healthcare cost reduction, climate disaster monitoring, and technological competitiveness in IoT and AI-driven systems.

NIW Approval and Outlook

By approving this petition, USCIS acknowledged that waiving the labor certification requirement was in the national interest of the United States. The client’s achievements—spanning publications, citations, peer recognition, and independent endorsements—establish his role as a thought leader in computer engineering.

NAILG is proud to have supported this client in securing a successful NIW outcome, paving the way for him to continue developing transformative technologies that enhance safety, healthcare, and economic resilience.

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