All Cases
48 cases · 9 approved / sustained · 34 denied / dismissed · 4 remanded
Postdoctoral Researcher
Food and Beverage · Turkey
WeGreened EB-2 (NIW) approved
Minnesota 70 days 2026-01-29
The petitioner proposes to investigate structure-function relationships in dairy foods using advanced analytical techniques and predictive models. The work focuses on improving product stability, quality, and shelf life while enhancing processing efficiency in the U.S. dairy industry. The goal is to translate this research into industry-focused solutions that support sustainable growth and supply-chain resilience.
Research Scientist
Food and Beverage · Iran
WeGreened EB-2 (NIW) approved
55 days 2025-05-15
The petitioner proposes to continue her research into naturally derived antimicrobial and antioxidant additives for food preservation, such as quinoa-derived peptides and citrus extracts. Her work focuses on developing nanoliposomes and nanocomposite films to extend the shelf life of meat, seafood, and produce while reducing reliance on synthetic preservatives.
Research Assistant
Food and Beverage · Taiwan
WeGreened EB-2 (NIW) approved
Illinois 37 days 2025-03-31
The petitioner proposes to investigate the behavior of flavor compounds and foodborne pathogens during thermal food processing using chemical and microbiological analytical techniques. Her work aims to optimize flavor retention, enhance sensory perception, and improve food safety and quality through statistical modeling.
Others
Food and Beverage · Nepal
WeGreened EB-2 (NIW) approved
Tennessee 49 days 2025-03-19
The petitioner proposes to evaluate the correlation of antimicrobial resistance between farms and food from animal sources to develop preventative measures for antimicrobial infections. He will lead the establishment of a microbiology laboratory, perform environmental monitoring and microbiological analyses, and conduct validation of raw materials to ensure food safety.
Research Scientist
Food and Beverage · China
WeGreened EB-2 (NIW) approved
Georgia 19 days 2025-02-12
The petitioner proposes to continue her research in food safety by leveraging predictive modeling, microbiome analysis, and advanced methodologies. Her work focuses on enhancing the safety, sustainability, and resilience of the U.S. food industry to reduce the public health and economic impacts of foodborne illnesses.
Chef
Food and Beverage
USCIS EB-2 (NIW) dismissed
Florida, USA 2025-01-27
The Petitioner intends "to continue to advance [her] career in the United States as an Entrepreneurship / Chef contributing to direct, produce, create, and make substantial contributions for the improvement of the Business, Entrepreneurship, and the Gastronomy industry in the United States." Specifically, the Petitioner aspires to "lead and manage the operations of ...,a U.S. based enterprise founded on I I 2022, in the State of Florida Iwhich "will specialize in catering and consulting services."
Research Scientist
Food and Beverage · Sri Lanka
WeGreened EB-2 (NIW) approved
Maryland 154 days 2025-01-05
The petitioner proposes to develop advanced surveillance and mitigation techniques to reduce antibiotic-resistant pathogens in the food supply chain. His work involves applying innovative detection and monitoring strategies to identify contamination sources and transmission pathways. This research aims to design targeted interventions that strengthen food safety and preserve antibiotic effectiveness.
Chef
Food and Beverage
USCIS EB-2 (NIW) dismissed
2024-12-09
The petitioner proposes to continue her work as a bakery and pastry chef in the United States, seeking an employment-based second preference immigrant classification.
Nutritionist
Food and Beverage
USCIS EB-2 (NIW) dismissed
2024-12-02
The petitioner, a nutritionist, proposes to start a business to provide a complete nutritional solution through modular services. This includes upgrading the quality control, handling, and storage of food in schools and supermarkets, offering food safety consulting, training, nutritional advice, cooking classes, and seminars.
Others
Food and Beverage · Russia
USCIS EB-2 (NIW) dismissed
United States 2024-11-26
The petitioner proposes to continue working as a confectionary artisan, an occupation for which they claim to have significant experience. The specific details of the proposed work, methodologies, or intended impact are not elaborated in the decision, beyond the general field of confectionery.