Success Stories: EB2-NIW Approved for a Taiwanese PhD Candidate in Computer Science, Thanks to NAILG’s Expert Guidance

Client’s Testimonial:

“Thanks for letting me know the great news. I am so happy to have our I-140 approved with your assistance. It is truly a remarkable milestone for us.”

On May 27^th, 2025, we received another EB-2 NIW (National Interest Waiver) approval for a PhD Candidate in the Field of Computer Science (Approval Notice).

General Field: Computer Science

Position at the Time of Case Filing: PhD Candidate

Country of Origin: Taiwan

State of Residence at the Time of Filing: New Jersey

Approval Notice Date: May 27^th, 2025

Processing Time: 1 year, 4 months, and 25 days

Case Summary:

Our client, a talented PhD candidate from Taiwan specializing in computer science, is advancing the frontiers of generative artificial intelligence and virtual reality. His research develops innovative machine learning models designed to improve virtual assistant technologies and enhance virtual reality-based training systems. Through his pioneering algorithms, he aims to boost productivity, optimize immersive experiences, and contribute significantly to technological innovation, addressing key national priorities in economic growth and technological leadership within the United States.

NAILG’s Comprehensive Evaluation and Strategic Petition Preparation

When our client reached out to North America Immigration Law Group (NAILG) for his I-140 EB2-NIW (National Interest Waiver) petition, we carefully assessed his credentials and swiftly recognized the substantial merit and national importance of his proposed research. Our experienced team developed a meticulous and persuasive petition that clearly articulated his outstanding academic record, professional achievements, and the extensive implications of his groundbreaking work.

Key Accomplishments Highlighting Extraordinary Expertise

Our client’s petition emphasized several exceptional accomplishments, demonstrating his well-established expertise and significant impact:

● Authored 2 first-authored peer-reviewed journal articles, 2 first-authored conference articles, and 2 first-authored preprints, appearing in authoritative venues within his field.

● Accumulated a total of 25 citations for his research, demonstrating significant influence and recognition among international scholars.

● Conducted at least 8 peer reviews for renowned international conferences in computer science, confirming his respected expertise.

● Received research funding from prominent organizations, including the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS), National Science Foundation (NSF), and King Fahd University of Petroleum and Minerals, underscoring the significance and quality of his research contributions.

Expert Recommendations Affirm the Significance of His Work

The petition was strongly supported by two recommendation letters, including one independent advisory opinion from a prominent expert in computer science. These letters further validate the substantial merit and national importance of his innovative research.

The following excerpt highlights the critical impact of his contributions:

“Overall, accounting for his multidimensional background in modeling human-like gestures, [client] is evidently a researcher at the very forefront of the field. Given the encompassing advantages of virtualization and digitalization to society, his sustained undertakings within this realm are indispensable to the USA and the nation’s industrial competitiveness.”

Successful NIW Approval Achieved in 1 Year, 4 Months, and 25 Days

Thanks to NAILG’s comprehensive petition strategy and clear articulation of the client’s extraordinary credentials, USCIS approved his I-140 EB2-NIW petition in exactly 1 year, 4 months, and 25 days. This successful outcome underscores the value and impact of his ongoing contributions to generative artificial intelligence and virtual reality technologies.

NAILG congratulates our client on this notable accomplishment and looks forward to his continued advancements within this critical and emerging technology field.

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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