Success Stories: Innovating Chemistry and Chemical Biology: NIW Petition Approved with NAILG’s Guidance

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On August 8^th, 2025, we received another EB-2 NIW (National Interest Waiver) approval for a PhD Student in the Field of Chemistry (Approval Notice).

General Field: Chemistry

Position at the Time of Case Filing: PhD Student

Country of Origin: Iran

State of Residence at the Time of Filing: Michigan

Approval Notice Date: August 8^th, 2025

Processing Time: 1 year, 9 months, 20 days

Case Summary:

When NAILG was approached by a chemical biology expert from Iran, we quickly recognized the potential of her research to transform biomedical innovation. Her proposed endeavor is centered on developing new material characterization techniques to synthesize and describe novel materials that can be applied in biomaterials and therapeutics. This work holds profound national importance, as it addresses pressing medical needs in cancer, Alzheimer’s disease, and antibiotic resistance, while also advancing precision medicine to ensure treatments match the inherent variability of patients.

Her innovative nanocomposite synthesis provides unique properties, such as large surface area and biocompatibility, that make them suitable for drug delivery, wound healing, and even anti-pathogen coatings for medical devices. These breakthroughs improve patient outcomes by reducing complications, minimizing infection risks, and expanding therapeutic options. Furthermore, her studies on novel chemical derivatives have already laid the groundwork for future treatments in Alzheimer’s disease, demonstrating her ability to influence both current and emerging health challenges.

The strength of her record further underscores her qualifications. She has authored 5 peer-reviewed journal articles, 2 peer-reviewed conference articles (including 1 as first author), and 1 first-authored conference abstract. Her publications have already received 18 citations, and she has contributed her expertise as a reviewer for scholarly journals. Each of these achievements illustrates her growing influence and capacity to drive innovation in chemical biology.

By carefully presenting the national importance of her contributions and the promise of her future research, NAILG highlighted how her expertise is indispensable to U.S. healthcare and biomedical progress. USCIS approved her NIW petition, affirming that her ongoing research will continue to expand therapeutic possibilities, enhance biomedical device safety, and strengthen the country’s leadership in precision medicine and advanced biomaterials. NAILG is proud to have assisted her in achieving this success and looks forward to witnessing the impact of her future contributions.

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