Success Story: NIW Approved For A PhD Candidate from South Korea with Premium Processing Service and Our Strategic Filing

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“I would like to thank the Chen Immigration Team for their exceptional assistance throughout my NIW application process. They were consistently prompt in updating and reviewing documents. Overall, I’m very pleased with the firm’s professionalism and responsiveness. Whenever I had questions, they addressed them clearly and quickly. They processed smoothly and helped me feel confident about my petition.”

On January 30^th, 2025, we received another EB-2 NIW (National Interest Waiver) approval for a PhD Candidate in the Field of Machine Learning (Approval Notice).

General Field: Machine Learning

Position at the Time of Case Filing: PhD Candidate

Country of Origin: South Korea

State of Residence at the Time of Filing: California

Approval Notice Date: January 30^th, 2025

Processing Time: 17 days (Premium Processing Requested)

Case Summary:

NAILG is pleased to announce the approval of an EB-2 NIW petition for our client, an expert in the field of machine learning with an M.S. in computer science and engineering. His proposed endeavor focuses on advancing the robustness, safety, and data efficiency of machine learning models when used outside their training conditions, enabling the reliable deployment of AI systems in real-world applications.

Research with Substantial Merit and National Importance

NAILG demonstrated that our client’s work addresses one of the most pressing challenges in AI: ensuring that machine learning models function safely and effectively under unpredictable, real-world scenarios. By developing innovative frameworks for robust and efficient models, his research enhances the reliability of AI applications across critical domains such as healthcare, transportation, finance, and national security. This work aligns with the United States’ priority to remain at the forefront of safe AI innovation, ensuring that emerging technologies can be deployed responsibly and effectively.

Evidence of Accomplishments

The petition highlighted our client’s strong record of contributions to the field of machine learning, including:

15 peer-reviewed conference articles, with 4 first-authored and 4 co-first-authored
2,967 citations to his published work, reflecting significant recognition and adoption of his research within the AI research community.
Completion of at least 45 peer reviews, underscoring his role as a trusted authority who helps shape the advancement of machine learning research.

Further support came from four letters of recommendation submitted by leading experts in the field, which attested to the originality and impact of his work and emphasized the national importance of his contributions.

“These innovations are significant to both the United States and the global scientific community, as they improve the efficiency and scalability of AI systems across diverse sectors.”

NIW Approval and Outlook

USCIS recognized that the client’s proposed endeavor carries substantial merit and national importance and that he is well-positioned to advance this work in the United States. With this NIW approval, he is set to continue pioneering research that strengthens the safety and reliability of AI, ensuring that its transformative benefits can be realized while minimizing risks.

At NAILG, we are proud to have assisted in securing this approval and look forward to seeing our client’s future contributions reinforce U.S. leadership in artificial intelligence.

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