Success Story: NIW Approved for a Graduate Assistant Under 2 Months with Premium Processing

Posted by wegreened on June 18, 2026 in NIW, Electrical Engineering (Electronic Engineering, Integrated Circuits, Semiconductor, Microwave, Power Electronics, Power Systems, Communication Engineering)

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On April 23^rd, 2026, we received another EB-2 NIW (National Interest Waiver) approval for a Graduate Assistant in the Field of Power Electronics (Approval Notice).

General Field: Power Electronics

Position at the Time of Case Filing: Graduate Assistant

Country of Origin: China

State of Residence at the Time of Filing: Florida

Approval Notice Date: April 23^rd, 2026

Processing Time: 1 month, 28 days (Premium processing requested)

Case Summary:

Our firm is pleased to share that an EB-2 NIW (National Interest Waiver) petition for a graduate assistant specializing in power electronics, switched-capacitor converters, and GaN-based cryogenic power systems has been approved. Without an RFE issued, this petition was approved in under 2 months under premium processing, a result we are proud to celebrate on behalf of our client.

Client Background and Proposed Endeavor

Holding an M.S. in electrical engineering, this researcher brings deep expertise in power electronics to one of the most strategically important and rapidly evolving fields in modern energy and aerospace engineering. Currently serving as a graduate assistant, the client proposes an endeavor to continue advancing power conversion technologies and next-generation power systems that support a broad range of applications, from AI-driven data center infrastructure and cloud computing to aerospace electric propulsion and emerging all-electric aviation platforms.

National Significance of the Research

We emphasized that this research is of significant importance and has far-reaching implications for the United States. As AI adoption accelerates and data center energy demands surge, innovations in power electronics have become a matter of national economic and technological priority. The client's work addresses critical needs across energy efficiency, semiconductor advancement, and sustainable aerospace development. The national significance of this research is further underscored by the funding it has attracted from the U.S. National Science Foundation and National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA), both of which support projects directed at advancing the national interest.

Impressive Credentials and Achievements

To further strengthen the case, we highlighted exceptional credentials:

Publications: A research portfolio of 3 peer-reviewed journal articles and 12 peer-reviewed conference articles (4 of them first-authored).

Citations: The published body of work has been cited 102 times.

Peer Review: The client has conducted at least 15 peer reviews.

Case Outcome

This researcher's contributions to data center power efficiency, wide bandgap device integration, and next-generation aerospace propulsion systems position them to make meaningful and lasting contributions to U.S. technological leadership, energy resilience, and sustainable aviation for years to come. We are honored to have supported this journey and extend our sincere best wishes for continued success in both research and career pursuits.

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Track Record of Success EB-1 and NIW Approvals

(2012.01 - 2025.12)

Category	Approval or Refund^®		Approval or Refiling^TM
	Approval or Refund^®
Category	Approved Sum	Success Rate	Approved Sum	Success Rate
NIW	42,047	99%	5,258	97%
EB1A	9,218	91%	4,534	86%
EB1B	1,488	98%	448	93%
Total	52,753	98%	10,240	92%