NIW – Chen Immigration Blog https://www.wegreened.com/blog Specialized in National Interest Waiver (NIW) and Extraordinary Ability (EB1) Green Card Mon, 29 Aug 2022 08:14:58 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=4.9.5 https://www.wegreened.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2017/02/favicon-150x150.png NIW – Chen Immigration Blog https://www.wegreened.com/blog 32 32 Success Stories: A Mauritian Visiting Scholar in Synthetic Chemistry Gets NIW Approval Without RFE, Thanks to Our Expert Help https://www.wegreened.com/blog/niw/success-stories-a-mauritian-visiting-scholar-in-synthetic-chemistry-gets-niw-approval-without-rfe-thanks-to-our-expert-help/ Mon, 29 Aug 2022 08:14:58 +0000 https://www.wegreened.com/blog/?p=18885  

Client’s Testimonial:

“Thanks for your message we are so excited with this good news.”


On November 1st, 2021, we received another EB-2 NIW (National Interest Waiver) approval for a Visiting Scholar in the Field of Synthetic Chemistry (Approval Notice).


General Field: Synthetic Chemistry

Position at the Time of Case Filing: Visiting Scholar

Country of Origin: Mauritius

State of Residence at the Time of Filing: Florida

Approval Notice Date: November 1st, 2021

Processing Time: 10 months, 11 days


Case Summary:

Since its inception, North America Immigration Law Group has had the opportunity of serving thousands of clients working in areas ranging from V2X Communications to Cancer Immunotherapy. It goes without saying that our team has honed themselves at this job which makes it possible for them to attend to the ever-changing demands of the clients and the adjudicating authorities at USCIS. It is this that has provided our team with the necessary tools to tackle clients with different requirements.

Whenever we get a client from any walk of life, we follow the routine procedure of checking up on their credentials and then collecting any and all necessary documents pertaining to their academic and professional career. These documents are used to provide us with data that is later used in the petition letter. The petition letter is supported by documents such as letters of recommendation from experts in the field, updated CVs, transcripts from various institutions, etc. This forms the petition packet which is then sent to USCIS for adjudication. The adjudicating bench takes into consideration the petition and depending on several factors, the case gets approval in its due course.

So, when a visiting scholar in the field of synthetic chemistry from Mauritius came to us with her request for filing an NIW (National Interest Waiver) petition, our team responded according to our protocol. We were quick to find that her proposed endeavor is to continue her research on developing polymer networks with enhanced properties using sustainable methods to produce novel polymers useful for applications such as drug delivery systems, rechargeable batteries, and multifunctional materials. This made it evident that her research advancing her proposed endeavor is of great importance because it reduces the amount of plastic waste in the world by making biodegradable polymers a viable alternative to conventional synthetic polymers.

After some deliberation, we settled on 4 recommendation letters that we included in her packet for USCIS. A few excerpts are quoted from these below:

“[The client] developed a better catalytic system for the production of these two sought-after polymers that were more environmentally friendly, solvent-free, and operated at low carbon dioxide pressures. [Client’s] research on this project benefits both manufacturers as well as the environment as her proposed system is more efficient and sustainable than the current alternative.”

“[Client’s] work to improve anticancer drug delivery systems is vital to the United States, as cancer is the second leading cause of death in the country. There have been 1.8 million cancer cases diagnosed in 2020 so far in the United States, with over 600,000 resulting deaths.”

“[Client’s] work improves the applicability of flame retardants while also making them environmentally friendly and sustainable. Due to the increasing fire-related death toll and property damages in the United States, [client’s] work is deeply important and beneficial to the nation.”

On the balance:

  • Her academic performance was gauged by the 9 peer-reviewed journal articles (6 of them first-authored) that she had published.
  • These papers were published in no fewer than 5 highly ranked peer-reviewed journals.
  • These publications have been cited a total of 143 times.
  • Furthermore, her study has received funding from the National Research Foundation, South Africa.
  • Her study has also been supported by funding from the Department of Science and Technology of India.
  • We highlighted at the end that her research into biomedical applications of biodegradable, sustainable polymers will continue to be circulated to others in the field through the publication of papers in peer-reviewed journals and conference presentations.

All of these information pieces were put together in such a convincing manner that it was no surprise to hear of the case approval from USCIS. We are glad of having helped her in this process and we look forward to many further collaborations with similar clients in the future.


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Success Stories: North America Immigration Law Group Aids a Visiting Research Associate in Neuroscience from Spain Get NIW Approval, Despite RFE https://www.wegreened.com/blog/niw/success-stories-north-america-immigration-law-group-aids-a-visiting-research-associate-in-neuroscience-from-spain-get-niw-approval-despite-rfe/ Sun, 28 Aug 2022 20:32:07 +0000 https://www.wegreened.com/blog/?p=18880  

Client’s Testimonial:

“Thank you so much for all your help with this.”


On November 2nd, 2021, we received another EB-2 NIW (National Interest Waiver) approval for a Visiting Research Associate in the Field of Neuroscience (Approval Notice).


General Field: Neuroscience

Position at the Time of Case Filing: Visiting Research Associate

Country of Origin: Spain

State of Residence at the Time of Filing: Indiana

Approval Notice Date: November 2nd, 2021

Processing Time: 12 months, 1 day


Case Summary:

A visiting research associate working in the field of neuroscience came to us in October of 2020 seeking our help with her NIW (National Interest Waiver) application. Her country of origin was Spain and she had been working in the United States for the past several years. Her expertise in the field was evident because her research was related to investigating dopamine release, addicted behaviors, and brain circuitry to understand better and treat drug dependency, including the opiate epidemic in the United States. It became clear that her research was of great substantial merit and national importance.

Thus, after assessing the merit of her claim to the category, we employed our team of experts to put together a convincing case on her behalf. Having immense experience with NIW clients, they were quick to form a strategy to move forward. Among other things, they used several letters of recommendation obtained from experts in the field to corroborate their arguments. Some of these are quoted below:

“[The client’s] work is invaluable to understanding the mechanics of drug addiction and brain conditions, including those addictions that stem from opiate use. [Client’s] research is therefore critical to elucidating the molecular mechanisms and the pathology of drug abuse. By doing so, she has provided the field with foundational knowledge for the development of effective drug targets for treating addiction.”

“[Client’s] research in neuroscience has shaped her field due to her pioneering approaches to studying the neurotransmitter dopamine in vitro and in vivo and how the dopamine system is affected during drug addiction and brain diseases. Her work has significant implications for addressing numerous drug addictions and neurological conditions.”

“The value of [client’s] research expands far beyond the confines of the laboratory, and indeed has implications for the nation as a whole. [Client] has made groundbreaking discoveries on the underlying mechanics of various neurological conditions and substance abuse in the brain. More than 795,000 people in the United States present with a stroke episode every year to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. As such, [the client] is performing essential research that should continue uninterrupted.”

On the other hand, our experts had also made a list of her other achievements in academia and professional setup. This was also included in the petition to make it all the more convincing. Our experts found that her research has resulted in 8 peer-reviewed journal articles (four of them first-authored) and 1 book chapter (first-authored). We also found that these publications have been cited a total of 353 times according to Google Scholar, thereby demonstrating that these publications are widely recognized and relied upon in the field of neuroscience.

These and other pieces of evidence were enough to get our client her NIW approval. Despite the RFE that her application received, our attorney made sure that her petition came through. We are grateful to her for trusting us with her case and we wish her the very best in life.


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Success Stories: A Postdoctoral Fellow from India Secured EB-1A as well as NIW Approvals in the Field of Inorganic Chemistry with the Help of Our Continuous Assistance https://www.wegreened.com/blog/eb1/success-stories-a-postdoctoral-fellow-from-india-secured-eb-1a-as-well-as-niw-approvals-in-the-field-of-inorganic-chemistry-with-the-help-of-our-continuous-assistance/ Sat, 27 Aug 2022 19:49:32 +0000 https://www.wegreened.com/blog/?p=18876  

Client’s Testimonial:

“Thank you for the message. It has been really wonderful feeling to see my I-140 approved.”


On September 30th, 2021 and November 4th, 2021, we received another EB-1A (Alien of Extraordinary Ability) and EB-2 NIW (National Interest Waiver) approval for a Postdoctoral Fellow in the Field of Inorganic Chemistry (Approval Notice).


General Field: Inorganic Chemistry

Position at the Time of Case Filing: Postdoctoral Fellow

Country of Origin: India

State of Residence at the Time of Filing: Texas

Approval Notice Date: September 30th, 2021 (EB-1A) and November 4th, 2021 (NIW)

Processing Time: 17 days (EB-1A) (Premium Processing Requested) and 11 months, 15 days (NIW)


Case Summary:

A postdoctoral fellow from India holding a Ph.D. in chemistry approached North America Immigration Law Group to file both his EB-1A and I-140 NIW petitions. His nanomaterials research addresses some of our nation’s and the world’s most pressing issues and is particularly well-known for his contributions to the study of thermally controlled cyclic insertion/ejection of dopant ions and reversible zinc-blende/wurtzite phase changes in ZnS nanostructures.

We drafted his petition packet according to the up-to-date trends laid out by USCIS including:

  • His work resulted in 26 peer-reviewed scientific articles (11 of them first-authored) and 1 book chapter.
  • He has conducted at least 11 reviews for at least 2 journals in his field of inorganic chemistry.
  • His research has been cited 795 times in at least 54 countries according to Google Scholar.
  • His research has been supported with funding from a number of government organizations, including the National Institutes of Health (NIH), National Science Foundation (NSF), Mayo-Illinois Alliance, United States-Israel Binational Science Foundation, and Department of Science and Technology of India.

The above-mentioned details were highlighted in conjugation with the following requirements set for an employment-based immigration visa under the second preference (“EB-2”):

  • No specific job offer/labor certification is required for a foreign person as long as he/she is entering the United States to continue work in the field in which he/she has an extraordinary ability, therefore self-petition is allowed.
  • Evidence of original contributions, usually through publication, of major significance in the foreign national’s field of science, scholastic, artistic, or athletic.
  • Performance in a significant role for organizations or establishments that have a distinguished reputation.
  • Receipt of a higher salary or remuneration than is usual in the field.
  • Other comparable evidence if the above types of evidence do not readily apply to the foreign national’s occupation.

Furthermore, our client’s work was supported by the four recommendation letters written by the other experts in his field, one of whom stated:

“…[Client’s] work enables a cheaper, easier method to produce 4-aminophenol and, subsequently, paracetamol/acetaminophen that helps alleviate cold symptoms and pain in Americans. Ultimately, [client] must be provided the opportunity to continue his uninterrupted research efforts in the United States to provide comfort to the lives of millions of Americans.”

We are delighted that our team was once again successful in persuading USCIS of the importance of our client’s research in the United States and hence he was granted not only EB-1A approval (in 17 days only), thanks to Premium Processing, but also NIW approval after that. He has even retained us for his I-485 approval. We would sincerely like to thank him for choosing our law firm and congratulate him on accomplishing this breakthrough.


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Success Stories: NAILG Helped a Research Associate Working in the Field of Biotechnology from Pakistan Obtain NIW Approval https://www.wegreened.com/blog/niw/success-stories-nailg-helped-a-research-associate-working-in-the-field-of-biotechnology-from-pakistan-obtain-niw-approval/ Tue, 23 Aug 2022 09:31:21 +0000 https://www.wegreened.com/blog/?p=18863  

Client’s Testimonial:

“At this time I want to thank team Wegreen for ultimate support, guidance, and timely processing of my case.Hope for the best outcome. I am very pleased to know about my approval and thankful to your entire team for your support, guidance, and prompt response. I will recommend your law firm to my colleagues and friends who are interested.”


On September 20th, 2021, we received another EB-2 NIW (National Interest Waiver) approval for a Research Associate in the Field of Biotechnology (Approval Notice).


General Field: Biotechnology

Position at the Time of Case Filing: Research Associate

Country of Origin: Pakistan

Country of Residence at the Time of Filing: Pakistan

Approval Notice Date: September 20th, 2021

Processing Time: 11 months, 13 days


Case Summary:

Under the “National Interest Waiver” (NIW) provision for EB-2, an individual requires:

  • A proposed endeavor, holding substantial merit and national importance.
  • The foreign national must be in a position to advance the proposed endeavor.
  • The applicant must present evidence that the U.S. would benefit on balance to waive the job offer criteria for an EB-2.

Therefore, to lead our client (from Pakistan), holding a Ph.D. in biotechnology and genetic engineering, currently working as a research associate in the field of biotechnology, towards her NIW approval, we prepared a well-drafted petition packet which included:

  • Her proposed endeavor: to investigate plants and their natural secondary metabolites to develop novel treatments for drug-resistant infections and diseases.
  • Her impressive record of publications and citations: 5 peer-reviewed journal articles (2 of them first-authored) cited a total of 131 times according to Google Scholar.
  • Her review record: at least 2 reviews for at least 4 journals.
  • Recommendation letters: the fellow experts in the field have provided further detail on the importance of this endeavor to the United States as one out of four stated:

“… To maintain this global dominance, which not only benefits the American economy but also the health of American citizens … the United States must retain talented researchers like [client] who develop new, effective, and highly marketable biomedical materials that drive growth in the field and industry.”

Our client’s research thus has both substantial merit and national importance as it improves public health and advances the medical, biopharmaceutical, and agricultural sectors. Therefore, the adjudication judge granted our client her NIW petition approval despite waiting for a long time. We thank her for choosing our law firm and wish her good luck in her future endeavors.


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Success Stories: Our Competent Team Supported a Postdoctoral Researcher from Germany Achieve NIW Approval in the Field of Neuroscience, No RFE Issued Despite a Long Wait https://www.wegreened.com/blog/niw/success-stories-our-competent-team-supported-a-postdoctoral-researcher-from-germany-achieve-niw-approval-in-the-field-of-neuroscience-no-rfe-issued-despite-a-long-wait/ Mon, 22 Aug 2022 09:18:38 +0000 https://www.wegreened.com/blog/?p=18861  

Client’s Testimonial:

“I am happy with your great services. Thank you!”


On March 26th, 2022, we received another EB-2 NIW (National Interest Waiver) approval for a Postdoctoral Researcher in the Field of Neuroscience (Approval Notice).


General Field: Neuroscience

Position at the Time of Case Filing: Postdoctoral Researcher

Country of Origin: Germany

State of Residence at the Time of Filing: California

Approval Notice Date: March 26th, 2022

Processing Time: 11 months, 16 days


Case Summary:

A postdoctoral researcher in the field of neuroscience from Germany approached us in April of 2021 to help him file an NIW (National Interest Waiver) petition on his behalf. Since NIW applicant or beneficiary must have an “advanced degree” or “exceptional ability” in the sciences, we observed that our client held a Ph.D. in clinical neurophysiology, and he persuasively demonstrated that he seeks employment in an area of substantial intrinsic merit to the U.S., that will be national in scope, therefore, we were able to confirm that our client as an expert in the field of neuroscience, intends to pursue his research on the neurophysiological mechanisms behind human behavioral control to improve therapy for clinical populations with neurological disorders and increase safety precautions in working environments that demand behavior control. We deduced that his research seemed pertinent to combatting the ongoing mental health crisis worldwide and ameliorating the negative impact of widespread ADHD in the United States.

After a thorough consideration of our client’s credentials, we agreed to countersign the client-attorney agreement. We aimed at emphasizing the great importance of his research which pinpoints the precise source of many different mental health disorders, addictions, and neurodevelopmental disorders. We incorporated the following details in our customized petition package:

  • It was noteworthy for us to mention the importance of his research work, which has also been granted funding by the National Institute of Mental Health and the German Research Foundation. This financial support is solely reserved for research directed at advancing the national interest, including endeavors that define the brain mechanisms underlying complex behavior, examine mental illness trajectories across the lifespan, promote prevention and cures, and emphasize a strong public health impact. Therefore, our client’s research provides new insights into the mechanisms of the human brain and advances the clinical strategies for managing neurological disorders.
  • Besides, his research has resulted in 25 peer-reviewed journal articles (12 of them first-authored), and these papers have been published in no fewer than 11 highly ranked peer-reviewed journals. 3 of his key projects have also been included as evidence of his contributions to and expertise in the field of neuroscience. These project summaries are complemented by expert commentaries that highlight his use of innovative methodologies, the nature of his breakthroughs, and the ways that his unique findings have been applied throughout the field.
  • Not only did he complete and publish the results of his research in the field, but his research has also influenced his fellow researchers. Thus, his work has been cited a total of 158 times, proving the fact that his findings have been well-received by the field and, beyond that, his efforts have inspired fresh investigations in several areas of neuroscience.
  • Due to his great knowledge in the field of clinical neurophysiology, attentional processes, and electroencephalography, he has been regularly invited to conduct peer reviews for elite journals in the field, and he has completed at least 2 peer reviews to date.

All of the above-mentioned information affirms that our client is seen as very scholarly in his chosen field and an expert in topics related to his proposed endeavor. We are obliged to our client for choosing North America Immigration Law Group to represent his EB-2 NIW case to the USCIS and achieving the approval successfully. We wish him well as he progresses in his field of expertise.


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Success Stories: National Interest Waiver Petition Approved for a Research Assistant from Indonesia in the Field of Computer Engineering https://www.wegreened.com/blog/niw/success-stories-national-interest-waiver-petition-approved-for-a-research-assistant-from-indonesia-in-the-field-of-computer-engineering/ Sun, 21 Aug 2022 19:12:36 +0000 https://www.wegreened.com/blog/?p=18859  

Client’s Testimonial:

“Thank you very much for the great news! It’s been my pleasure to work with you too. I, sure, recommend Wegreened to all my friends.”


On September 25th, 2021, we received another EB-2 NIW (National Interest Waiver) approval for a Research Assistant in the field of Computer Engineering (Approval Notice).


General Field: Computer Engineering

Position at the Time of Case Filing: Research Assistant

Country of Origin: Indonesia

State of Residence at the Time of Filing: Maryland

Approval Notice Date: September 25th, 2021

Processing Time: 11 months, 2 days


Case Summary:

Our client, a research assistant researching related to the development of advanced processors has great substantial merit and national importance. Among other applications, his research is relevant to the integration of machine learning and big data and the development of advanced wearable technology. His research advancing his proposed endeavor is of great importance because his findings are essential for advancing the application of machine learning to big data operations and his work is intensely valuable for global economic development and the success of many global fields.

  • His proposed endeavor is to continue to use advanced computer engineering and machine learning methodologies to develop and deploy advanced processors that have applications in wearable devices, smart utilities, and innovative infrastructure projects.

When he contacted our law firm, we observed that his academic and professional accomplishments met the required factors to obtain a green card in the NIW (National Interest Waiver) category. Through his research endeavor detailed above it was clear that he represents a considerable asset to the United States.

Secondly, we did a multifactorial evaluation of our client’s education, skills, knowledge, and record of success in related fields; a model or plan for future activities; any progress made towards achieving the proposed endeavor.

  • Evidently, from our client’s M.S. in digital electronic and electrical engineering to his remarkable publication record i.e., the 12 peer-reviewed conference proceeding papers and 1 accepted journal article (5 of them first-authored), gathering 71 citations altogether from several other experts in the field of computer engineering confirmed that our client is very knowledgeable in his field of supremacy.
  • He has also been regularly invited to conduct peer reviews for elite journals and conferences in the field and has completed at least 9 peer reviews to date, 4 for academic journals and 2 for academic conferences.

His findings thus enhance the application of wearable technology and artificial intelligence, both of which are highly valuable to businesses throughout the United States. The above factors also demonstrate his strong record of success and his ability to continue his proposed research.

Furthermore, the evidence that North America Immigration Law Group submitted on the client’s behalf also consisted of five letters of recommendation signed by his fellow researchers; two of the letters had the following excerpt into them:

“[Client’s] important work on improving the reliability of wearable electronic devices while reducing their energy output. [Client’s] research on wearable technologies is advantageous to the advancement of Internet of Things (IoT) technologies in the United States…. [Client’s] work facilitates the development of IoT technologies in the United States that have direct applications for the medical field, manufacturing, smart cities, and personal technologies.”

“…The sheer magnitude of [client’s] numerous discoveries combined with the impact of his work on the research of his peers constitutes extraordinary achievements. These achievements demonstrate that [client] has surpassed the expectations of a computer engineering researcher by helping increase the effectualness of DNNs and justify the extension of his research efforts in the United States.”

  • Additionally, the client’s research has been supported by funding from the National Science Foundation (NSF) and the Army Research Laboratory. This funding is reserved solely for research directed at advancing the national interest, including advancements to the national health, prosperity, welfare, and defense capacity of the United States. The receipt of this funding confirms the national value of his research.

With his professional and academic expertise verified, we moved forward to countersign the retainer agreement. We are thankful that he chose our firm to help him with the entire process of adjudication on his I-40 NIW application. He has retained us for his I-485 application as well. We are certain that his work will continue to prove valuable to the United States of America in the future.


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Success Stories: NIW Approval Received for a Bioinformatics Analyst/Programmer III in the Field of Computational Biology Hailing from India with our Assiduous Efforts https://www.wegreened.com/blog/niw/success-stories-niw-approval-received-for-a-bioinformatics-analyst-programmer-iii-in-the-field-of-computational-biology-hailing-from-india-with-our-assiduous-efforts/ Sun, 21 Aug 2022 08:58:32 +0000 https://www.wegreened.com/blog/?p=18854  

Client’s Testimonial:

“Thanks for all the help.”


On September 21st, 2021, we received another EB-2 NIW (National Interest Waiver) approval for a Bioinformatics Analyst/Programmer III in the field of Computational Biology (Approval Notice).


General Field: Computational Biology

Position at the Time of Case Filing: Bioinformatics Analyst/Programmer III

Country of Origin: India

State of Residence at the Time of Filing: Ohio

Approval Notice Date: September 21st, 2021

Processing Time: 13 months, 10 days


Case Summary:

To obtain various kinds of immigration and non-immigrant visas for entry and stay in the United States of America, North America Immigration Law Group is poised at the center of the legal path one needs to take. Our job is to make sure that every client reaching out to us for help in the process, gets the best legal aid possible.

  • And this is precisely what has made it possible for us to win over 25,000 cases to date.

So, when a bioinformatics analyst/programmer III in the field of computational biology came to us asking for help with his (National Interest Waiver) petition, we made sure that his case was prepared to achieve success.

To make a victorious case on his behalf, our team came together to do a complete background check before building his petition packet.

  • In this packet was included data from his publication and citations records plus testimonials of 4 experts in the field of which one was known to the client personally and the rest knew him through his excellent work in the field.

As an expert in his field of computational biology, we found that his proposed endeavor is to develop computational biology algorithms to determine ideal biomarkers and therapeutic targets for cancer treatment.

  • Specifically, he will develop, refine, and apply computational biology algorithms and use Artificial Intelligence-based approaches to analyze and interpret cancer molecular and imaging data and to identify biomarkers and therapeutic targets for various types of cancers to improve precision medicine strategies in cancer patients.

Furthermore, the value of his work became even more important when he received letters of support stating the value of his work to his peers and the country. A few excerpts out of the four are mentioned below:

“…However, [client’s] research, focused as it is on applying computational methods and artificial intelligence to decode complex biological mechanisms, is dedicated to lowering the cost and complexity of cancer research, better leveraging massive datasets to help develop effective cancer therapies, and studies. In this way, [client] has established himself as a major asset to the mission of fighting cancer in the United States.”

“…[Client] has marshaled his skills in bioinformatics and computational biology to approach the study of cancer from an innovative angle, using big data and artificial intelligence algorithms to decode biologic mechanisms and inform the design of biomarkers and therapeutic strategies for this deadly disease. Considering this information, it is abundantly clear that [client] [is] a major asset to American public health.”

In addition to the above-mentioned details, our client’s research work culminated in:

  • 13 peer-reviewed journal articles, 1 book chapter, and 1 patent application
  • Publications have been cited a total of 147 times according to Google Scholar

Also, his research was highlighted in an article on ScienceDaily, a website that publishes breaking science news and articles on a variety of topics:

  • The article discussed his work on the ability of “smart” diagnostic-imaging machines to identify cancers and determine how patients respond to chemotherapy.

Thus, our client’s education and training, his documented record of scholarly publication, the recognized influence of his research in the field, and his clear future research plans demonstrate that he is well-positioned to advance research in his field of expertise.

We are very proud of having had the opportunity to be a part of his NIW approval journey. We wish him the very best in all his future endeavors.


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Success Story: NIW and EB1-A Petition Approved for an Attending Hematologist and Oncologist from India in the Field of Medical Oncology in the gap of 1 Month only https://www.wegreened.com/blog/eb1/success-story-niw-and-eb1-a-petition-approved-for-an-attending-hematologist-and-oncologist-from-india-in-the-field-of-medical-oncology-in-the-gap-of-1-month-only/ Sat, 20 Aug 2022 18:46:55 +0000 https://www.wegreened.com/blog/?p=18852  

Client’s Testimonial:

“It’s an arduous and sometimes frustrating process, but I am more than happy with the quality and professionalism of the work being put in at this firm. Thank you for being so detail-oriented, gives the applicant a lot of confidence. You guys are truly the best in the field.”


On August 20th, 2021 and September 27th, 2021, we received another EB2-NIW (National Interest Waiver) and EB-1A (Alien of Extraordinary Ability) approval for an Attending Hematologist and Oncologist in the Field of Medical Oncology (Approval Notice).


General Field: Medical Oncology

Position at the Time of Case Filing: Attending Hematologist and Oncologist

Country of Origin: India

State of Residence at the Time of Filing: Texas

Approval Notice Date: August 20th, 2021 (NIW) and September 27th, 2021 (EB-1A)

Processing Time: 10 months, 22 days (NIW) and 7 months, 30 days (EB-1A)


Case Summary:

We at North America Immigration Law Group, before moving forward with any case, take utmost care in conducting a complete background check of every client who approaches us for helping them with their immigration petition to USCIS. So, when an attending hematologist and oncologist in the field of medical oncology approached us, we made certain that he received the best legal services for his I-140 NIW (National Interest Waiver) and as well as EB-1A (Alien of Extraordinary Ability) petition.

  • We delivered his exceptional professional background and unique experience important to his current and future work at the USCIS.

After reviewing his credentials, we found that our client has accumulated a splendid record of success:

  • He received his MBBS from India.
  • His research has resulted in 4 peer-reviewed scientific articles.
  • His publications have been cited a total of 78 times in at least 16 countries according to Google Scholar.
  • He has conducted at least 15 reviews for at least 3 journals.
  • All the above factors thereby signify that his record of publications and citations are widely acknowledged and counted upon in the field of his expertise.

Additionally, our client’s novel lymphoma and cancer treatments research addresses some of our nation’s and the world’s most pressing issues, including HIV-related lymphoma and breast cancer. His strong background in hematology and medical oncology has allowed his research to be particularly original, resulting in his success in fundamentally transforming novel lymphoma and cancer treatments research. He is particularly well-known for his contributions to new antibody approaches to lymphoma therapy.

  • Our client’s work has thus been majorly significant, and his achievements are of the utmost importance due to their direct applicability in global efforts to address the global health burdens associated with cancer and lymphoma.

Additionally, he has served as the principal investigator for the National Surgical Adjuvant Breast and Bowel Project trial consortium.

  • Thus, based on the originality, practicality, and importance of our client’s research endeavors, his achievements in the academic field of research have secured his reputation as an exceptional professor in the international community of medical oncology.

Leading researchers from top universities and research groups from the United States and abroad have submitted letters confirming him as an outstanding professor in his specialized field.

  • Two out of five of his recommenders have the following to say about him:

“Finally, in addition to its scholarly merit, [client’s] research is also highly beneficial to the United States…Since over 1 million Americans are living with HIV today, it can be estimated that at least 100,000 Americans suffer from HIV-related lymphoma…As these populations already receive relatively less care in the American healthcare system, there is a critical need for addressing our current lack of knowledge regarding the optimal means of preventing and treating AIDS-related lymphoma. [Client] addresses this need in his research, and his work thus directly aligns with the public health interests of the United States.”

“[Client’s] research stands at the forefront of the field of medical oncology, particularly in his research into enhanced therapies for the prevention of breast cancer…Through his innovative research on the novel use of phytochemicals to prevent breast cancer, [client] has worked to directly address this imperative. The ultimate value of his research on this topic is thus wholly incalculable.”

We are certain that he is more than capable of furthering his knowledge base in the chosen field and continuing his work in the United States of America.

  • The best news is that he not only received his NIW and EB1-A approvals with the help of our firm’s continuous guidance, he even received his 1-485 application approved very recently.

We thus wish him the very best in his life and success in all the endeavors that he takes up soon.


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Success Stories: An Indian Postdoctoral Research Associate Researching the Field of Physics Gets EB1-A as well as NIW Approved with our Team’s Sustained Encouragement https://www.wegreened.com/blog/eb1/success-stories-an-indian-postdoctoral-research-associate-researching-the-field-of-physics-gets-eb1-a-as-well-as-niw-approved-with-our-teams-sustained-encouragement/ Sat, 20 Aug 2022 07:49:17 +0000 https://www.wegreened.com/blog/?p=18850  

Client’s Testimonial:

“I am very happy with the group. I literally followed what the attorneys suggested. My research is in one of the most specialized fields however I had to make very little to almost no changes in the final petition draft. I was surprised to find how well the group had drafted the technical parts/importance of my research. In short, I blindly trusted the group, followed every suggestion, provided relevant documents: got approved in 3 days with premium processing. If I have to do the process all over again (lets say hypothetically), I would only consider NAILG.”


On September 30th, 2021 and March 22nd, 2022, we received another EB-1A (Alien of Extraordinary Ability) and EB-2 NIW (National Interest Waiver) approval for a Postdoctoral Research Associate in the Field of Physics (Approval Notice).


General Field: Physics

Position at the Time of Case Filing: Postdoctoral Research Associate

Country of Origin: India

State of Residence at the Time of Filing: Tennessee

Approval Notice Date: September 30th, 2021 (EB-1A) and March 22nd, 2022 (NIW)

Processing Time: 1 month (EB-1A) (Premium Processing Requested) and 12 months, 25 days (NIW)


Case Summary:

“In focusing on classical and quantum theories of gravity, [client’s] research focuses on understanding the origins and development of the universe. Simultaneously, these insights are critical to the theoretical development of quantum computation, which rely upon superposition and entanglement to provide faster processing and can perform tasks that classical computers are unable to complete. [client’s] research is thus of great import for the United States.”

“These findings have introduced unique methods for measuring neutron star properties which has immense importance in the strong-field tests of general relativity in the context of gravitational waves. As such, [client’s] research is vital for current and future physics investigations in the United States.”

These are the two passages extracted out of the four letters of support furnished by our client that he was able to obtain from experts in his field of physics.

  • Our client hails from India and holds a Ph.D. degree in physics.
  • Employed as a postdoctoral research associate, he has built a daunting reputation over years.

So when he approached us to help him with his EB-1A (Alien of Extraordinary Ability) and NIW (National Interest Waiver) petition approvals, we moved ahead to countersign the retainer agreement after the initial step of the background check was completed.

The second step was to lead experts to accumulate together a strong case in his favor. So, we researched through his academic and professional details along with his proposed endeavor.

  • His strong background in quantum gravity, theoretical physics, astrophysics, mathematical modeling, data analysis, and computational programming has allowed his research to be particularly original, resulting in his success in fundamentally transforming quantum gravity, quantum cosmology, and gravitational waves research, and well as improving the use of advanced physics techniques to examine complex, interdisciplinary questions.
  • He has made original contributions of major significance to the field of physics, including but not limited to significantly expanding the fundamental knowledge of quantum gravity, the generalized uncertainty principle, and gravitational waves.
  • His quantum gravity, quantum cosmology, and gravitational wave research address some of our nation’s and the world’s most pressing issues, including achieving an enhanced understanding of the beginnings of the universe.

Furthermore, he has completed:

  • At least 17 reviews to date for at least 4 journals which are highly discerning journals with very stringent publishing guidelines that enlist the services of only the most accomplished researchers.
  • Served as a guest editor for 1 journal.
  • His research has resulted in 25 peer-reviewed scientific articles and alongside which these publications have been cited a total of 735 times in at least 51 countries according to Google Scholar.
  • At the same time, our client’s study has also been covered by major media, namely Scientific American (among the leading popular science sources in the world), highlighting his research on a proposed model of quantum gravity and a critical step towards understanding quantum gravity, and indirectly, the origins of the universe.

As public interest in this topic is especially high, the coverage of his work indicates both the exceptional quality of his research as well as the importance of his work in addressing scientific challenges of immense interest.

All of the above-mentioned information was enough to convince the adjudicating authorities of the value that our client added to the United States soil, leading his case to a certain victory. He not only received his EB1-A (Alien of Extraordinary Ability) in only 30 days (thanks to premium processing) but even received his NIW approval in the next few months. We are pleased to have had the opportunity to represent him in this case. We wish him good luck in his future endeavors.


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Success Stories: With Our Meticulous Efforts, A Graduate Research Assistant from Iran Working in the Field of Mechanical Engineering Achieved NIW Approval https://www.wegreened.com/blog/niw/success-stories-with-our-meticulous-efforts-a-graduate-research-assistant-from-iran-working-in-the-field-of-mechanical-engineering-achieved-niw-approval/ Fri, 19 Aug 2022 08:36:52 +0000 https://www.wegreened.com/blog/?p=18846  

Client’s Testimonial:

“I was approved on my I-140 in approximately 11 months. Through this process, I worked with North America Immigration Law Group, which helped me in all steps, including file preparation, petition drafting, and recommendation letters. I am delighted with my experience and would definitely recommend them. What I enjoyed most was their careful and detailed review to ensure all documents were available in a reasonable time. In addition, they are always accessible and willing to address your concern through their message system in the portal or phone call. I also enjoyed using their user-friendly web portal to upload documents, send messages, and read recent updates.”


On September 27th, 2021, we received another EB-2 NIW (National Interest Waiver) approval for a Graduate Research Assistant in the Field of Mechanical Engineering (Approval Notice).


General Field: Mechanical Engineering

Position at the Time of Case Filing: Graduate Research Assistant

Country of Origin: Iran

State of Residence at the Time of Filing: Alabama

Approval Notice Date: September 27th, 2021

Processing Time: 11 months, 4 days


Case Summary:

A graduate research assistant with a record of completing at least 4 peer reviews to date approached the North America Immigration Law Group to help him file I-140 NIW (National Interest Waiver) petition. Since peer review is considered “the only widely accepted method for research validation” with publishers relying on the peer review process “to uphold the quality and validity of individual articles and the journals that publish them”, we knew we had a well-proofed case at hand.

  • Given the specifications of USCIS for NIW cases, his consistent peer-review experience served as evidence of his authority in the field.

However, we even looked further into his credentials to build our petition packet. We were able to find the following details of his publishing record, citation count, and funding evidence as well.

  • His publications have been cited by researchers around 53 times according to Google Scholar coming from independent and leading researchers from well-regarded institutions and organizations around the world, indicating the major significance of his work.
  • He holds an extensively documented record of authorship in his field of mechanical engineering. As evidence of this research success, his work has resulted in 6 peer-reviewed journal articles (2 of them first-authored) and 6 peer-reviewed conference articles (1 of them first-authored), making it clear that his work is also considered to be among the best in the field.
  • His study has been supported by funding from NSF, NAVAIR, NIST, and NASA MSFC. These institutions fund projects that promote scientific and technological innovation, as well as industrial competitiveness. This support of our client’s research, therefore, serves as evidence that he is moving the field of mechanical engineering forward, as well as promoting innovation and economic productivity.

Furthermore, his research advancing his proposed endeavor is of great importance because:

  • It enhances the manufacturing of parts critical to the biomedical implant and aerospace/transportation industries.
  • His work helps deliver additively manufactured parts with the highest structural integrity, which holds great economic benefits for the biomedical implant and aerospace transportation industries.

The client’s research is therefore essential to reducing greenhouse gas emissions and promoting environmental sustainability in manufacturing processes in the United States.

  • Experts in the field have also attested to the importance of our client’s published body of work. He has gathered advisory opinions from four dependent and independent experts out of which one of the four independent experts had the following to say about him:

“[Client’s] research into advanced additive manufacturing techniques has myriad implications for several major industries, including the aerospace industry…[Client]has advanced the body of knowledge in additive manufacturing, allowing for improved fabrication processes which result in stronger, more reliable parts. His investigations into constructing heat-diffusing, flexible, lightweight lattice structures is another key advancement in his field.”

  • As made clear by this objective evidence and expert testimony, our client’s proposed endeavor of investigating how feedstock and geometry affect the material properties of additively manufactured components in order to create stronger and lighter parts for such applications as biomedical implants and aerospace transportation has significant substantial merit.

Consequently, his impressive background, strong record of past achievements, recognition of expertise by journals seeking his services to review manuscripts, and unique knowledge relevant to his current and future work all indicate that our client is well-positioned to advance the proposed endeavor.

We were thus very happy to know the positive response in his favor from the adjudicating judge and are grateful to him for his continued trust in us. We wish him the very best in his life.


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