Success Story: NIW Approved for an Iranian Postdoctoral Researcher Without Any RFE

Client’s Testimonial:

“I’m thankful to Chen Immigration for helping me secure my EB-2 NIW approval. The team was kind, patient, and always ready to answer my questions, which made the process far less stressful. I couldn’t have done it without their support.”

On August 18^th, 2025, we received another EB-2 NIW (National Interest Waiver) approval for a Postdoctoral Researcher in the Field of Biomedical Engineering (Approval Notice).

General Field: Biomedical Engineering

Position at the Time of Case Filing: Postdoctoral Researcher

Country of Origin: Iran

Country of Residence at the Time of Filing: Belgium

Approval Notice Date: August 18^th, 2025

Processing Time: 19 months, 7 days

Case Summary:

We are pleased to share the approval of an I-140 National Interest Waiver (NIW) petition for our client, a distinguished researcher in the field of biomedical engineering. The client holds an M.S. in polymer engineering, which provided the foundation for his impactful work in regenerative medicine.

Advancing Biomedical Research and Therapies

The Client’s proposed endeavor focuses on developing new regenerative medicine strategies by identifying and designing smart biomaterials. His work aims to improve treatments for a wide range of incurable conditions, including chronic wounds, spinal cord injuries, bone and cartilage damage, corneal injuries, and various forms of cancer. By bridging polymer engineering and biomedical applications, his research contributes directly to advancing healthcare solutions with life-changing potential.

Research Contributions and Impact

The petition highlighted the Client’s extensive record of scholarship and measurable impact in the biomedical sciences, including:

25 peer-reviewed journal articles, with 11 first-authored, showcase his leadership in advancing the field.
8 conference abstracts, with 5 first-authored, further extend the dissemination of his work.
765 citations to date, reflecting the significant influence and adoption of his findings by other researchers.
At least 8 peer review assignments, demonstrating his trusted role in evaluating and shaping high-level research.

Recognition and Endorsements

To further validate his expertise, the petition included two strong recommendation letters from leading experts in biomedical engineering and regenerative medicine. These experts emphasized the originality of the Client’s approaches, the far-reaching clinical implications of his work, and his unique positioning to advance U.S. healthcare innovation.

“[Client] is one of the leading researchers in biomedical engineering. His work on the development of novel biomaterial extraction is a significant contribution to his field as it improves both the yield and the characteristics of harvested biomaterials.”

A Successful Outcome

The approval of this NIW petition highlights the Client’s demonstrated achievements and his potential for continued contributions to U.S. biomedical innovation. Our firm is proud to have guided him through this process, presenting a well-documented case that underscored the significance and national importance of his work. We look forward to the continued impact of his groundbreaking research on regenerative medicine and healthcare.

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