Success Stories: Success After RFE: Computer Vision Researcher Earns NIW Approval With NAILG for Contributions to AI-Driven Systems

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“Throughout the entire NIW process, they demonstrated deep expertise, responsibility, and professionalism. Their guidance was clear, timely, and well-structured, ensuring that every step of my petition was handled with care and precision. I highly recommend their services to anyone pursuing an NIW petition.”

On July 15^th, 2025, we received another EB-2 NIW (National Interest Waiver) approval for a Senior Research Engineer in the Field of Computer Vision (Approval Notice).

General Field: Computer Vision

Position at the Time of Case Filing: Senior Research Engineer

Country of Origin: China

State of Residence at the Time of Filing: California

Approval Notice Date: July 15^th, 2025

Processing Time: 6 months, 15 days (Premium Processing Requested)

Case Summary:

We are pleased to share the success story of an EB-2 NIW (National Interest Waiver) approval granted to a computer vision researcher whose work is advancing environment reconstruction technologies for robotics and AR/VR systems. At the time of filing, the client was engaged in research focused on improving environmental perception for embodied AI applications, contributing significantly to developments in healthcare, manufacturing, and entertainment.

Research with Substantial Merit and National Importance:
After a careful review of the client’s credentials and proposed endeavor, NAILG recognized his work as vital to the advancement of several national priorities. His research focuses on building advanced 3D computer vision algorithms for real-time and precise environmental modeling—an essential component for ensuring safety and effectiveness in robotic-assisted surgery, immersive training environments, and autonomous systems in industrial settings. His efforts are directly relevant to improving surgical accuracy, patient care, and technological integration within critical U.S. infrastructure sectors.

Well Positioned to Advance the Proposed Endeavor:
The client demonstrated his capacity to continue contributing to this field through a growing publication record that includes three peer-reviewed conference articles (two first-authored), four preprints (two first-authored), and one patent application. His work has been cited 34 times and is already informing the development of more precise and adaptable systems.

Overcoming Challenges:
Despite receiving a Request for Evidence (RFE) two months after filing, our legal team at NAILG promptly developed a targeted and evidence-based response strategy. We addressed the USCIS concerns by presenting a comprehensive review of the client’s technical impact, potential for continued innovation, and the real-world relevance of his research across multiple industries. Thanks to our collaboration and the client’s thoughtful contributions, we successfully overcame the RFE and secured an approval less than five months later.

Final Note:
This case demonstrates how NAILG effectively supports researchers whose work may be less widely cited but deeply impactful within emerging and interdisciplinary fields. We are proud to have represented this client and look forward to seeing the continued influence of his innovations in advancing AI-powered systems and precision robotics in the U.S. and beyond.

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