Success Stories: Fighting Disease at the Molecular Level: NIW Approved for Researcher Targeting U.S. Health Risks

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On April 19^th, 2025, we received another EB-2 NIW (National Interest Waiver) approval for a Postdoctoral Researcher in the Field of Biomedical Science (Approval Notice).

General Field: Biomedical Science

Position at the Time of Case Filing: Postdoctoral Researcher

Country of Origin: China

State of Residence at the Time of Filing: Iowa

Approval Notice Date: April 19^th, 2025

Processing Time: 1 month, 6 days (Premium Processing Requested)

Case Summary:

When a postdoctoral researcher partnered with the North America Immigration Law Group (NAILG), she had already established herself as a rising researcher in biomedical science, focused on uncovering the molecular roots of widespread and difficult-to-treat conditions. NAILG immediately recognized the national relevance of her work and began crafting a legal strategy to present her research as both medically critical and in the public interest. With a clear focus on the health burden of diseases linked to environmental hazards and chronic conditions like liver cancer and neurodegenerative disorders, NAILG positioned our client’s proposed endeavor as one of substantial merit.

Her research investigates the signaling pathways and molecular mechanisms that drive disease progression in conditions caused by environmental toxins, liver malignancies, and neurological disorders. By identifying these early disease processes, her work supports the development of early detection methods and targeted therapies, advancing efforts to lower healthcare costs and improve outcomes. Her focus on environmentally triggered disease adds a vital layer of relevance, as the U.S. continues to address public health risks related to pollution and exposure.

NAILG emphasized the national impact of her contributions, which are already supported by funding from the National Institutes of Health (NIH) and the Simons Foundation Autism Research Initiative (SFARI). To strengthen the petition, NAILG compiled and presented the full scope of our client’s academic achievements:

● 4 peer-reviewed journal articles (1 first-authored)

● 40 citations to date

Her petition was further supported by a strong expert statement:

“In conclusion, I trust I have shown that [client]’s skillset is irreplaceable given its immense benefits to individuals struggling with neurodegenerative diseases, the United States healthcare system, and, as an extension, the national economy. It is imperative, then, that she be allowed to carry out her research uninterrupted so that the United States is able to benefit fully from its value.”

Throughout the process, NAILG worked closely with our client to translate her highly technical work into a compelling case under the Matter of Dhanasar framework, demonstrating substantial merit, national importance, and the clear advantage of waiving labor certification. Our careful legal presentation ultimately led to a successful NIW approval, allowing her to continue advancing essential biomedical research that supports the health and well-being of the U.S. population.

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