Success Stories: Associate Professor in Neuroscience Achieved EB-1A Approval with NAILG’s Expert Legal Support

Client’s Testimonial:

“I will definitely refer you to my friends.”

On April 18^th, 2025, we received another EB-1A (Alien of Extraordinary Ability) approval for an Associate Professor in the Field of Neuroscience (Approval Notice).

General Field: Neuroscience

Position at the Time of Case Filing: Associate Professor

Country of Origin: China

Approval Notice Date: April 18^th, 2025

Processing Time: 1 year, 8 months, 4 days

Case Summary:

When our client, an expert in neuroscience, sought NAILG’s assistance for his EB-1A petition, he was already a recognized leader in the field of systems neuroscience. His groundbreaking research focuses on understanding the intricate processes behind neural activity in certain cognitive tasks, synaptic function, and under electrical stimulation. These investigations are at the forefront of neuroscience, contributing to a deeper understanding of how the brain and nervous system respond to various stimuli.

Key Accomplishments:

● 25 peer-reviewed journal articles and 1 book chapter that expand on his findings in neuroscience

● 1,121 citations, establishing his global recognition in the field, ranked among the top 1% most highly cited authors in neuroscience over the past 10 years

● 33 peer reviews conducted, highlighting his leadership in shaping current research

● His research has been cited in 49 countries, proving the widespread impact of his work

The Client’s Impact:

His work has directly contributed to the understanding of neural coding for executive function, a significant milestone in neuroscience. His research in the peripheral nervous system and the application of neural stimulation techniques has the potential to inform new medical treatments and therapeutic strategies.

NAILG’s Role:

NAILG meticulously crafted a petition that emphasized not just our client’s exceptional ability but also the national importance of his research in advancing neuroscience. We ensured that the petition presented his scientific achievements in the most compelling manner, demonstrating how his contributions are critical to the advancement of U.S. health and medical technologies. NAILG’s strategic petition preparation played a pivotal role in securing his EB-1A approval, allowing him to continue leading important research in neuroscience and contributing to U.S. innovations in movement disorder therapies.

An expert in the field provided this recommendation:

“Within the field of neuroscience, [client] is a major contributor to the literature and a prominent scientist in his own right. His studies offer useful insights into neuromuscular junctions that few other works have been able to achieve. The broad scope of his work makes it highly applicable to research communities nationally and abroad, separating [client] as a researcher capable of impacting both academic and medical settings alike.”

We deeply appreciate our client’s trust in NAILG to guide him through the complexities of the EB-1A process. We are proud to have played a key role in securing his approval, allowing him to continue advancing groundbreaking research that contributes to the U.S. leadership in neuroscience and medical innovation.

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