“NAILG made my immigration journey much smoother than I expected. They really understood my research and knew exactly how to present it to USCIS. What stood out was how they turned my technical work into a compelling story that highlighted its importance to the U.S. The team was professional, responsive, and clearly experienced in handling cases like mine. Getting both NIW and EB1A approved speaks to their expertise. I’d definitely recommend them to fellow researchers looking for reliable immigration help!”

Case Summary:  

Some breakthroughs don’t just change science—they redefine the very materials and machines our world runs on. Such is the story of an accomplished mechanical engineer from China, who recently secured both EB-2 NIW (National Interest Waiver) and EB1A (Alien of Extraordinary Ability) approvals with our support, reflecting two tiers of recognition for a career of profound and practical innovation.

The Frontier of Fabrication

This engineer’s expertise lies at the dynamic frontier of mechanical engineering, where he specializes in additive manufacturing and multi-functional materials. His work bridges experimental science with scalable engineering solutions. At his current post, he leads development in advanced 3D printing processes, helping to engineer custom solutions for intricate component manufacturing.

With over 21 peer-reviewed publications—including articles in Nature Electronics and Nature Communications—his research has drawn over 800 citations and earned him an h-index of 10, placing him in the top 3% of authors in his field. His influence is international: researchers from more than 40 countries, including the U.S., Germany, China, and Australia, have built on his discoveries to propel advancements in 3D printing, flexible electronics, and mechanical metamaterials.

Pioneering with Purpose

His published innovations are anything but abstract. He advanced a multi-material projection stereolithography 3D printing technique to create microlattices. His work has also enabled piezoelectric ceramic integration into robotics, supporting high-precision sensor applications—an innovation key to the future of defense systems.

Adding to these technical achievements is his influence on electromagnetic and mechanical wave metamaterials, including a machine-learning-driven design method that customizes materials for shock absorption or acoustics. These designs support real-world use cases from aerospace vibration dampening to next-gen wearable devices.

A Trusted Voice in Science

In recognition of his expertise, he has served as a reviewer for 38 journal submissions and a guest editor for a leading international journal. This critical gatekeeping role underlines how the scientific community values his judgment and perspective.

Funding bodies like DOE and NSF have backed his work—an honor reserved for projects that align with national interests in security, innovation, and manufacturing. His ongoing research contributes directly to next-generation additive manufacturing, a cornerstone of U.S. economic resilience and technological leadership.

As one independent recommender noted:

“[Client’s] novel inclusion of material combinations into a 3D-printed self-sensing device… serves as proof of the implications of his research in fabricating multimodal systems.”

Dual Victory, Singular Impact

When NAILG took on his case, we recognized not only the technical depth of his research but also its tangible societal benefits. For the NIW petition, we demonstrated that his work contributes to U.S. interests in defense technology, smart materials, and telecommunications. For the EB1A petition, we built a compelling narrative of extraordinary ability, leveraging citation metrics, journal prestige, and his role as a global thought leader.

Both petitions were approved—one after another—affirming his qualifications at the national and extraordinary levels.

This story is a clear reminder that scientific excellence, when thoughtfully articulated and documented, can transcend immigration hurdles. We’re proud to have helped this engineer bring his transformative work to the United States, where it continues to shape the future of advanced materials and precision manufacturing.