Case Summary:

We are pleased to share the approval of an I-140 National Interest Waiver (NIW) petition filed for a client from China. The petition was approved after 10 months and 30 days.

The Client’s Research and Proposed Endeavor

The client’s proposed endeavor focuses on identifying the molecular mechanisms underlying chemotherapeutic resistance and developing molecular diagnostics for solid tumors. These efforts aim to improve early cancer detection and patient outcomes by reducing drug resistance in treatment. The client’s work is highly relevant to public health and directly supports national interests by tackling a leading cause of mortality and economic burden in the United States.

Current Position

At the time of filing, the client was employed as a Research Fellow at a leading cancer institute, where they actively contributed to advancing translational cancer research. Their work included investigating patient-derived organoid cultures, CRISPR engineering, and high-throughput drug testing in cancers..

Credentials and Achievements

The client holds an M.S. in veterinary biomedical science, along with an additional degree in preventive veterinary medicine. These academic credentials underpin their specialized expertise in the field.

As of the time of filing:

● The client had authored 19 peer-reviewed journal articles, including 5 first-authored papers.

● Their work had received 633 citations on Google Scholar.

● They had served as a peer reviewer for at least 55 manuscripts across a wide array of respected journals.

● Notably, 9 of their papers ranked among the most highly cited in Clinical Medicine for their publication years.

Evidence of Significance and Influence

We demonstrated the client’s influence by highlighting how their research has been used by other scientists worldwide. Their work has been cited in studies on breast cancer treatment, vector-borne disease detection, and pathogen detection. This widespread reliance on their findings established the client as a valuable contributor to ongoing scientific efforts.

Furthermore, the client’s projects have received funding from nationally recognized agencies such as the NIH, Department of Defense, National Cancer Institute, and others, all of which support research aligned with U.S. national interests.

Letters of Recommendation

The petition included 4 letters of recommendation from esteemed experts in the field. These letters emphasized the client’s originality, scientific contributions, and national impact of their research.

“Impressively, [Client’s] influence on the field extends beyond her published research. She has also advanced her field through her role as a guest editor for Veterinary Sciences. These journals only accept the highest quality of work, so their selection of [Client’s] work evidently denotes her position as a proficient researcher in biomedical sciences.”

USCIS Approval

USCIS approved the petition after considering the significance of the client’s research, their consistent record of success, and the national importance of their proposed endeavor. The case was approved under the National Interest Waiver (NIW) category without the requirement of a job offer or labor certification.

We are proud to have supported this accomplished researcher in obtaining a favorable outcome and look forward to seeing the continued impact of their work on cancer diagnostics and treatment.