Success Stories: NAILG Achieves NIW Approval for Advanced CO₂ Conversion and Sustainability Research

On August 4^th, 2025, we received another EB-2 NIW (National Interest Waiver) approval for a Research Assistant Professor in the Field of Chemistry (Approval Notice).

General Field: Chemistry

Position at the Time of Case Filing: Research Assistant Professor

Country of Origin: China

State of Residence at the Time of Filing: Illinois

Approval Notice Date: August 4^th, 2025

Processing Time: 1 year, 6 months, 27 days

Case Summary:

As a leading expert in chemistry, this client has devoted their career to developing innovative materials and device designs to advance chemical conversion technologies. Their proposed endeavor focuses on creating solutions that will help transition toward a carbon-neutral, sustainable economy by enabling CO₂ to serve as a viable raw material for chemicals, polymers, and building materials. By integrating advanced materials and devices for CO₂ conversion and capture, their work offers less energy-intensive pathways for producing beneficial carbonates while reducing the reliance on fossil fuels. These efforts are vital for industries seeking to lower emissions and bolster sustainability in the face of global climate challenges.

The impact of this research extends well beyond the laboratory. The adoption of CO₂ conversion technology, as exemplified by this client’s contributions, is essential for strengthening the sustainability of key economic sectors, from manufacturing to renewable energy. Their innovations also promote the development of rechargeable batteries and renewable energy storage systems, technologies that are critical to electric vehicles and other sustainable solutions.

Demonstrating both depth and breadth of expertise, the client’s academic and professional accomplishments reflect a sustained record of high-impact research and meaningful contributions to the field, as shown by:

35 peer-reviewed journal articles, including 12 first- or co-first-authored, 5 conference abstracts
3,319 total citations at the time of filing
At least 9 completed peer reviews for respected journals
Funding support from the National Natural Science Foundation of China, underscoring the trust placed in their work by the global scientific community

The significance of this client’s research is echoed by peers in the field. As one recommender stated, “[client]’s research has considerably advanced the efforts of the chemistry research community and provided the information and methods necessary to optimize the conversion of CO₂ into value-added products. As he is an influential authority in our field, it is my pleasure to offer him my full endorsement.”

NAILG played a crucial role in securing this EB-2 NIW approval by crafting a compelling petition that clearly demonstrated both the national importance of the client’s work and their exceptional qualifications. Through careful presentation of their achievements and the potential for future contributions, we were able to secure a favorable decision, further enabling this client to continue developing solutions that will shape a more sustainable global economy.

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