Success Stories: Securing the Future of Quantum Technology: NAILG Won NIW for Postdoc Fellow
On April 14th, 2025, we received another EB-2 NIW (National Interest Waiver) approval for a Postdoc Fellow in the Field of Quantum Physics (Approval Notice).
General Field: Quantum Physics
Position at the Time of Case Filing: Postdoc Fellow
Country of Origin: China
State of Residence at the Time of Filing: Maryland
Approval Notice Date: April 14th, 2025
Processing Time: 10 months, 11 days
Case Summary:
In a world rapidly moving toward quantum computation, maintaining technological leadership requires more than innovation; it requires enabling the brightest minds to stay at the forefront of progress. This is the driving force behind the successful National Interest Waiver (NIW) petition secured by the North America Immigration Law Group (NAILG) on behalf of our client, a quantum physicist whose work is helping define the next generation of computational and energy-efficient devices.
His proposed endeavor focuses on building high-quality Josephson Junctions with superconductors, using state-of-the-art nanofabrication techniques. These components form the foundation of scalable quantum computers and low-power electronics. As the U.S. competes globally in the race to build reliable quantum infrastructure, NAILG strategically framed our client’s research as a vital contribution to maintaining national leadership in a rapidly advancing scientific domain.
Backed by prestigious funding from the National Science Foundation (NSF), the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE), and the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA), he has built an impressive research portfolio that includes:
● 7 peer-reviewed journal articles (3 first-authored)
● 8 conference abstracts
● A total of 59 citations, demonstrating growing influence in the fields of quantum devices and 2D materials.
A strong letter of recommendation highlighted the national implications of our client’s research:
“Considering the value presented by [client]’s research breakthroughs, including their implications for the advancement of quantum computing infrastructure, the enhancement in 2D materials research, and the improvement in quantum sensing capabilities, the continuation of [client]’s research endeavors in these areas is critical to continued progress for US science. It is therefore within the interests of the United States to allow [client]’s research to continue, ensuring ongoing advancements in quantum technologies and maintaining competitiveness in the global scientific landscape.”
NAILG carefully assembled a petition that not only emphasized the originality of his research but also demonstrated its relevance to national goals in quantum computing and advanced electronics. By clearly articulating how our client’s expertise fills a critical gap in the U.S. research ecosystem, NAILG made a compelling case for continued support of his work. This approach led to the successful approval of his NIW petition, granting him the opportunity to carry forward his research in the United States, where his contributions are expected to play a vital role in shaping the evolution of next-generation quantum technologies.