Success Story: NIW Approved for an Iranian Research Assistant / Energy Consultant Smoothly with Our Assistance

Client’s Testimonial:

“I filed my I-140 application with Chen Immigration. They were very responsive and I found their work very thorough and precise. I recommend working with Chen Immigration for future applicants.”

On August 30^th, 2025, we received another EB-2 NIW (National Interest Waiver) approval for a Research Assistant / Energy Consultant in the Field of Chemical Engineering (Approval Notice).

General Field: Chemical Engineering

Position at the Time of Filing: Research Assistant / Energy Consultant

Country of Origin: Iran

State of Residence at the Time of Filing: Utah

Approval Notice Date: August 30^th, 2025

Processing Time: 20 months, 2 days

Case Summary:

We are excited to announce the approval of our Client’s I-140 National Interest Waiver (NIW) petition. The case was filed in December 2023 and approved in August 2025.

With an M.S. in chemical engineering, the Client is an expert in developing state-of-the-art solutions for hybrid renewable energy systems. His proposed endeavor is focused on designing economically and environmentally optimal energy systems with the highest renewable penetration, directly supporting U.S. goals of energy independence, carbon reduction, and sustainability.

Demonstrating the Client’s Significance

To establish that the Client is well-positioned to advance this nationally important endeavor, we highlighted his strong record of success, which includes:

4 peer-reviewed journal articles (3 of them first-authored).
24 Google Scholar citations, with one of his papers ranked among the most highly cited in chemistry for its publication year.
At least 4 peer reviews for authoritative journals in chemical engineering, reflecting his recognized expertise.
Prestigious funding support from the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE), underscoring the national importance of his work.

We also submitted four letters of recommendation from leading experts in the field, who confirmed that the Client’s pioneering approaches in renewable energy integration and techno-economic analysis are essential for advancing sustainable power systems.

“[Client] has solidified his place among experts in chemical engineering. By analyzing and addressing the intricacies of such systems, he has generated valuable solutions. His expertise, backed by his rigorous research, positions him as a leading voice in sustainable energy.”

A Favorable Outcome

Despite the complexity of the case, we prepared a strong petition that demonstrated the substantial merit and national importance of the Client’s research and his unique qualifications to advance it. USCIS agreed, granting NIW approval without receiving any RFEs.

This successful outcome highlights both the Client’s exceptional qualifications and the effectiveness of our firm’s tailored strategy in presenting his case. We are proud to have supported his petition and look forward to the positive impact of his work on renewable energy and environmental sustainability in the United States.

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