Success Story: Dual EB-1A & NIW Approvals for a Computer Science Expert, Overcoming RFEs Under Premium Processing!
Client’s Testimonial:
"The attorney was very professional and responsive to my questions and inquiries throughout the filing process. I especially appreciated the support and guidance when I received RFEs for my 2 petitions. Overall, it was a very positive experience, and I am really thankful for their assistance.”
On March 22nd, 2025, and May 30th, 2025, we received I-140 EB-1A (Alien of Extraordinary Ability) and EB-2 NIW (National Interest Waiver) Approvals for a Software Engineer in the Field of Computer Science (Approval Notice).
General Field: Computer Science
Position at the Time of Case Filing: Software Engineer
Country of Origin: China
State of Residence at the Time of Filing: Massachusetts
Approval Notice Dates: March 22nd, 2025 & May 30th, 2025 (EB-1A & NIW)
Processing Time: 3 months, 13 days (EB-1A; Premium Processing Requested); 6 months, 1 day (NIW; Premium Processing Requested)
Case Summary:
An EB-1A (Alien of Extraordinary Ability) I-140 petition and an EB-2 NIW (National Interest Waiver) petition were both approved for a highly accomplished researcher born in China, whose pioneering work lies at the intersection of artificial intelligence safety, machine learning security, and the security and privacy of foundation models.
Both petitions were filed under premium processing and, despite RFEs being issued on each, our expert team rose to the challenge by delivering thorough, well-documented responses that addressed every concern raised by USCIS. The EB-1A was approved in just over three months, followed by the NIW in just over six months. These dual approvals stand as a testament to our firm's ability to build multi-layered, evidence-rich cases and navigate even the most complex adjudications with precision and confidence.
Research Leadership and Global Recognition
Currently working as a software engineer with an M.S. in computer science, this researcher has built formidable expertise in AI safety and cybersecurity, emerging as one of the leading specialists in identifying vulnerabilities in machine learning systems and designing robust defense mechanisms against backdoor attacks, data poisoning attacks, and prompt injection threats.
The scholarly record reflects a rare combination of productivity, influence, and scientific leadership. This researcher has authored 6 peer-reviewed conference articles (2 first-authored and 2 co-first-authored) and 3 preprints (2 first-authored). The work has accumulated 469 citations. In service to the academic community, at least 49 peer reviews have been completed for premier venues. The research has also been supported by funding from the National Science Foundation (NSF), the Army Research Office (ARO), the Office of Naval Research (ONR), and the Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL).
Expert Endorsements
To further strengthen both petitions, our firm secured 7 expert recommendation letters from internationally renowned scholars across leading institutions in the United States and abroad. These powerful endorsements collectively affirmed the originality and major significance of the contributions to AI safety and machine learning security. One expert noted:
"In summary, [Client] has distinguished himself in the field of computer science, and I support the continuation of his work on developing advanced defense mechanisms for machine learning technologies."
EB-1A & NIW Approvals and Outlook
We are proud to have guided this distinguished researcher through a demanding dual-petition process. It is a testament to the strength of the evidence our team assembled and our commitment to achieving the best possible outcome for every client. We extend our sincere best wishes for continued success and look forward to the groundbreaking contributions that lie ahead in AI safety, machine learning security, and the broader protection of the United States' digital infrastructure.