Success Stories: A Chinese Ph.D. Candidate Working in the Field of Computer Science Gets I-140 NIW Approval with Our Assistance

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On March 14^th, 2025, we received another EB-2 NIW (National Interest Waiver) approval for a Ph.D. Candidate in the Field of Computer Science (Approval Notice).

General Field: Computer Science

Position at the Time of Case Filing: Ph.D. Candidate

Country of Origin: China

State of Residence at the Time of Filing: New York

Approval Notice Date: March 14^th, 2025

Processing Time: 1 month, 20 days (Premium Processing Requested)

Case Summary:

After assessing the documentary evidence and verifying the testimony, we confirmed that our client holds an M.Phil. in computer science, and their work focuses on advancing biomedical innovation by developing robust, state-of-the-art computational algorithms to analyze biological images and gene expression patterns from single-cell biology, thereby driving biological discovery and disease prevention.

Their research advancing their proposed endeavor is of great importance because:

It enables innovative solutions for global infectious disease prevention and improving healthcare outcomes through enhanced understanding and management of chronic diseases.
It addresses the urgent need to accelerate biological discovery and disease prevention for global health.

As a result, their research is pivotal in advancing global health by advancing the understanding of complex biological systems, ultimately driving the development of innovative solutions to prevent and combat emerging infectious diseases.

North America Immigration Law Group has an outstanding track record, with over 32,000 visa approvals. When they approached us for assistance in securing their NIW (National Interest Waiver) petition approval, our specialists thoroughly evaluated their credentials and identified key information to strengthen their petition. As a result, we compiled a customized petition packet that included the following:

Throughout their time working and researching, they have built an impressive record of success, including 2 peer-reviewed journal articles (1 of them first-authored), 1 first-authored conference article, and 1 preprint.
Additionally, they have published their research in top-tier venues, garnering 415 citations. This level of recognition underscores the impact and significance of their contributions within the field.
Furthermore, they have completed at least 1 review to date.

Given their accomplishments and qualifications, our client met the criteria as a professional with an advanced degree. As a result, USCIS approved their NIW petition within 1 month and 20 days. We sincerely appreciate our client’s trust in our law firm and are honored to have contributed to their success.

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