Success Stories: Optical Engineer in the Field of Physics in Illinois Received an EB-2 NIW Approval

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We Received an EB-2 NIW Approval on August 13^th, 2014 for an Optical Engineer in the Field of Physics (Approval Notice)

General Field: Physics

Position at the Time of Case Filing: Research Associate

Country of Origin: China

Service Center: Nebraska Service Center (NSC)

State of Residence at the Time of Filing: Illinois

Approval Notice Date: August 13, 2014

Processing Time: 4 months, 16 days

Case Summary:

For this EB-2 NIW case, we had the privilege of working with an Optical Engineer, who has made substantial contributions and garnered international acclaim in the field of Physics. In his research endeavors, he has developed enhanced optics for new imaging techniques, which have revolutionized the industrial and scientific sectors in the United States. Our client has used his multidisciplinary training to develop an alternative method for breast cancer screening, as well as design a novel automobile headlight for better vision during night driving. His work has offered new approaches that lower screening costs for breast cancer and other diseases that require invasive methods of detection, and furthermore, his work has reduced the incidence of automobile accidents caused by low visibility. The originality of his work has culminated in the authorship of 27 peer-reviewed manuscripts that were published in the leading journals of his field. At the time of filing his case, his publications had been cited 129 times by researchers worldwide, demonstrating the global scientific community’s heavy reliance upon his work. Furthermore, his work has been presented and discussed at internationally renowned conferences. The major significance of his work was endorsed by an independent recommender, who stated, “Over his career, which has spanned three decades, it seems [Client] has made every effort to utilize his skill base to improve the lives of the people around him, first by creating better headlights for automotive safety, and then by improving breast cancer screenings. That is quite remarkable, and in both areas, many experts in the field seem to recognize [Client’s] accomplishments.” With the extensive and thorough documentation that we provided, we exhibited the immeasurable value of our client’s contributions to the healthcare and automotive industries. We were able to prove that our client’s social and scientific advancements and continued research have substantial merits for our country and the scientific community as a whole, thus he has served the nation to a significantly greater degree than that of others with similar education and experience. We were met with success when his NIW petition was approved in 4 months and 16 days.

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