Success Stories: NAILG Helped a Chinese Applied Scientist obtain NIW Approval in the Field of Machine Learning Without any RFE Issuance

Client’s Testimonial:

“Thank you very much for your help.”

On January 30^th, 2025, we received another EB-2 NIW (National Interest Waiver) approval for an Applied Scientist II in the Field of Machine Learning (Approval Notice).

General Field: Machine Learning

Position at the Time of Case Filing: Applied Scientist II

Country of Origin: China

State of Residence at the Time of Filing: Washington

Approval Notice Date: January 30^th, 2025

Processing Time: 2 months, 18 days

Case Summary:

An applied scientist II hired the North America Immigration Law Group to assist with his National Interest Waiver (NIW) petition. Holding a Ph.D. in statistics, our client demonstrated exceptional qualifications, skills, and experience, making him an ideal candidate for the EB-2 NIW category. Our primary task was to present a compelling case to USCIS, proving that his work holds significant national importance.

His research focuses on developing efficient online machine-learning models to improve decision-making accuracy and scalability in large-scale data applications. We detailed his proposed endeavor, having broad implications for the United States. His research supports autonomous vehicle safety, a key U.S. priority.

To further establish his credibility, we documented that his publications have received 67 citations, demonstrating that his research is highly regarded within his field and the broader scientific community. His publication record includes 3 peer-reviewed journal articles (1 of them first-authored) and 5 peer-reviewed conference articles (4 of them first- or co-first-authored). These works have been published in 3 highly ranked peer-reviewed journals and conferences, further establishing his credibility as a researcher.

Additionally, his expertise in statistics has earned him invitations to conduct peer reviews for an authoritative journal in the field. To date, he has completed at least 50 reviews, underscoring his recognition as a knowledgeable and respected expert in his area of study.

We also highlighted that his research has received funding from the National Science Foundation (NSF), which supports studies advancing national interests, including those that enhance scientific knowledge and public health.

Furthermore, we obtained two letters of support from fellow experts in the field, further emphasizing the significance of his work to the United States. One of them states:

“[Client’s] leadership in machine learning is evident in his innovative solution… There is no doubt that [client] will continue to contribute valuable research, advancing the field and delivering significant benefits to both national and global interests.”

We are pleased to announce that his NIW petition was approved in just 2 months and 18 days. Our team effectively demonstrated that his contributions are so valuable that they warrant a waiver of the job offer requirement. We congratulate him on this remarkable achievement and appreciate his trust in our firm. We wish him continued success in his future endeavors.

North America Immigration Law Group (Chen Immigration Law Associates) is a U.S. immigration law firm dedicated to representing corporations, research institutions, and individuals from all 50 U.S. states regarding I-140 immigration petitions. We specialize in employment-based immigration petition and have a proven record of high success rate for the categories of: EB2-NIW (National Interest Waiver), EB1-A (Alien of Extraordinary Ability), EB1-B (Outstanding Researcher/Professor) and O-1 (Alien of Extraordinary Ability).

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