Case Summary:

A visiting research associate working in the field of neuroscience came to us in October of 2020 seeking our help with her NIW (National Interest Waiver) application. Her country of origin was Spain and she had been working in the United States for the past several years. Her expertise in the field was evident because her research was related to investigating dopamine release, addicted behaviors, and brain circuitry to understand better and treat drug dependency, including the opiate epidemic in the United States. It became clear that her research was of great substantial merit and national importance.

Thus, after assessing the merit of her claim to the category, we employed our team of experts to put together a convincing case on her behalf. Having immense experience with NIW clients, they were quick to form a strategy to move forward. Among other things, they used several letters of recommendation obtained from experts in the field to corroborate their arguments. Some of these are quoted below:

“[The client’s] work is invaluable to understanding the mechanics of drug addiction and brain conditions, including those addictions that stem from opiate use. [Client’s] research is therefore critical to elucidating the molecular mechanisms and the pathology of drug abuse. By doing so, she has provided the field with foundational knowledge for the development of effective drug targets for treating addiction.”

“[Client’s] research in neuroscience has shaped her field due to her pioneering approaches to studying the neurotransmitter dopamine in vitro and in vivo and how the dopamine system is affected during drug addiction and brain diseases. Her work has significant implications for addressing numerous drug addictions and neurological conditions.”

“The value of [client’s] research expands far beyond the confines of the laboratory, and indeed has implications for the nation as a whole. [Client] has made groundbreaking discoveries on the underlying mechanics of various neurological conditions and substance abuse in the brain. More than 795,000 people in the United States present with a stroke episode every year to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. As such, [the client] is performing essential research that should continue uninterrupted.”

On the other hand, our experts had also made a list of her other achievements in academia and professional setup. This was also included in the petition to make it all the more convincing. Our experts found that her research has resulted in 8 peer-reviewed journal articles (four of them first-authored) and 1 book chapter (first-authored). We also found that these publications have been cited a total of 353 times according to Google Scholar, thereby demonstrating that these publications are widely recognized and relied upon in the field of neuroscience.

These and other pieces of evidence were enough to get our client her NIW approval. Despite the RFE that her application received, our attorney made sure that her petition came through. We are grateful to her for trusting us with her case and we wish her the very best in life.

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Case Summary:

With an M.Sc. in molecular biology and biochemistry and a Ph.D. in biomedical sciences, our client has achieved a consistent and notable record of success and influence in this area of study. When he hired North America Immigration Law Group, he undoubtedly possessed the ability to continue further in the field of immunology. After thoroughly evaluating his credentials, we agreed to file his EB-1A (Alien of Extraordinary Ability) petition. We highlighted the following information in his EB1A petition packet to lead him to EB1A success:

• We detailed the 314 times his work was cited by other researchers in at least 30 countries, confirming that these publications are well-acknowledged all around the world. Therefore, this confirms that he has a demonstrable and important influence over his peers, as they are actively using the knowledge that he is producing to advance their research works. As such, this high citation count provides concrete evidence of the scientific value of his work.
• Also, we specified his prolific publication record i.e., 26 peer-reviewed scientific articles, all of which were published in some of the most impacting journals, providing additional evidence of both his scientific proficiency and his valuable contributions to the immunology field. In addition, we noted the impressive 30 times our client appraised the work of his peers for four highly discerning journals with very stringent publishing guidelines. His peer-review contributions are confirmed by expert statements, proving his active and actual participation as a judge of the work of other experts in the field.
• It was inevitable for us to discuss his proposed research work focusing on using a novel bioinformatics method to assess viral transmission between two individuals with whole-genome and pol next-generation sequencing data, addressing some of our nation’s most pressing issues, including techniques to identify groups of people with infections to more quickly respond to these infections and therefore prevent their spread either through vaccine development or new antiretroviral regimens.
• Moreover, his research got supported by funding from leading agencies, including the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases and the National Institutes of Health. Within the NIH, the NIAID concentrates on research specific to prevent infectious, immunologic, and allergic diseases, and thus this funding grants demonstrate the ultimate importance of our client’s research.
• Besides, we incorporated four recommendation letters provided by other well-recognized researchers in the field, one of whom stated that:

“[Client’s] many contributions to immunology have solidified his status as a researcher of irreplaceable value. His continued work in the field is vital to global efforts in addressing threats such as viral infection and developing effective solutions that enhance public health.”

Successfully, we were able to persuade USCIS that our client deserves to continue his work in the United States due to its intrinsic benefits to patients and the United States’ healthcare system. Thus, our client obtained his EB1A petition approval. We would like to thank our team’s hard work and our client’s cooperation throughout the adjudication process. We also congratulate him for achieving this great milestone.

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Case Summary:

A postdoctoral researcher in the field of neuroscience from Germany approached us in April of 2021 to help him file an NIW (National Interest Waiver) petition on his behalf. Since NIW applicant or beneficiary must have an “advanced degree” or “exceptional ability” in the sciences, we observed that our client held a Ph.D. in clinical neurophysiology, and he persuasively demonstrated that he seeks employment in an area of substantial intrinsic merit to the U.S., that will be national in scope, therefore, we were able to confirm that our client as an expert in the field of neuroscience, intends to pursue his research on the neurophysiological mechanisms behind human behavioral control to improve therapy for clinical populations with neurological disorders and increase safety precautions in working environments that demand behavior control. We deduced that his research seemed pertinent to combatting the ongoing mental health crisis worldwide and ameliorating the negative impact of widespread ADHD in the United States.

After a thorough consideration of our client’s credentials, we agreed to countersign the client-attorney agreement. We aimed at emphasizing the great importance of his research which pinpoints the precise source of many different mental health disorders, addictions, and neurodevelopmental disorders. We incorporated the following details in our customized petition package:

• It was noteworthy for us to mention the importance of his research work, which has also been granted funding by the National Institute of Mental Health and the German Research Foundation. This financial support is solely reserved for research directed at advancing the national interest, including endeavors that define the brain mechanisms underlying complex behavior, examine mental illness trajectories across the lifespan, promote prevention and cures, and emphasize a strong public health impact. Therefore, our client’s research provides new insights into the mechanisms of the human brain and advances the clinical strategies for managing neurological disorders.
• Besides, his research has resulted in 25 peer-reviewed journal articles (12 of them first-authored), and these papers have been published in no fewer than 11 highly ranked peer-reviewed journals. 3 of his key projects have also been included as evidence of his contributions to and expertise in the field of neuroscience. These project summaries are complemented by expert commentaries that highlight his use of innovative methodologies, the nature of his breakthroughs, and the ways that his unique findings have been applied throughout the field.
• Not only did he complete and publish the results of his research in the field, but his research has also influenced his fellow researchers. Thus, his work has been cited a total of 158 times, proving the fact that his findings have been well-received by the field and, beyond that, his efforts have inspired fresh investigations in several areas of neuroscience.
• Due to his great knowledge in the field of clinical neurophysiology, attentional processes, and electroencephalography, he has been regularly invited to conduct peer reviews for elite journals in the field, and he has completed at least 2 peer reviews to date.

All of the above-mentioned information affirms that our client is seen as very scholarly in his chosen field and an expert in topics related to his proposed endeavor. We are obliged to our client for choosing North America Immigration Law Group to represent his EB-2 NIW case to the USCIS and achieving the approval successfully. We wish him well as he progresses in his field of expertise.

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Case Summary:

This is North America Immigration Law Group’s custom to seek out and put together a convincing petition letter for our clients after having done their thorough background check. This helps us select all the important information to build a solid case in our client’s favor.

When a postdoctoral fellow in the field of neuroscience approached us to file his I-140 (National Interest Waiver) petition, we made certain to include his publication count and citation records along with the recent funding that he might have received in his petition letter.

We thus found that his research has resulted in:

• 10 peer-reviewed journal articles (4 of them first-authored and 1 co-first-authored)
• His publications have been cited a total of 306 times according to Google Scholar.
• He has completed at least 3 peer reviews to date.

Furthermore, having obtained a Ph.D. in molecular, cellular, and integrative physiology, his proposed endeavor is to investigate the cellular and molecular mechanisms underlying essential and complex behaviors to enhance current understandings of how neurological information is transmitted to circuits in the brain. He proposes to analyze the underlying essential and complex behaviors, such as sleep, using genetic, in vivo imaging, and electrophysiological approaches to enhance current understandings of how neurological information is transmitted to circuits in the brain.

• His research also has great substantial merit and national importance since among other applications, his research is relevant to the study of nervous system disorders, including neurological disorders such as Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia. It enhances our current understanding of the neural processes underlying our sensory systems, which in turn, govern our everyday complex and essential behaviors, such as sleep, vision, and hearing.

Moreover, here are a few passages taken from testimonials of experts in his field, written expressly to state their support for our client:

“His finding was the first known object detector in fruit flies, a highly tractable model organism. His system thus offered a wide variety of tools to examine nervous system function and allow for the investigation of object-detecting neurons both at a behavioral level and at the circuit level in flies…Therefore, the importance of [client’s] work for expanding machine learning technologies must be underscored. Considering this and all of the above, it is clear that [client] is an esteemed researcher in the neuroscience discipline who must be allowed to continue researching in the United States.”

“[Client’s] groundbreaking research provides a detailed anatomical and functional characterization of visual inputs to the central complex…[Client’s] research has also characterized genetic tools that enable other researchers to better investigate this region of the brain…[Client’s] research on the cellular mechanisms underlying spatial navigation is therefore crucial to improving the health of Americans suffering from Alzheimer’s disease and other related neurological diseases.”

• Considering the tremendous burden that Alzheimer’s disease and other neurological disorders place on the American healthcare system, our client’s research is thus crucial to mitigating the negative effects of neurological disorders on public health and the economy.

All of these factors together with his education, experience, expertise, his record of publication and citation, and his history of successful research in the field, all indicate that he is well-positioned to advance the proposed endeavor. These facts accompanied by the excellent case preparation strategy employed by our experts, helped him obtain his NIW (National Interest Waiver) application approval despite waiting for a long period.

• He has even received his I-485 application with our firm’s determination.

We are grateful to him for his continued trust in us. We wish him the very best in his life.

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Case Summary:

An EB-1A (Alien of Extraordinary Ability) petition approval was granted to a fellow with a MBBS from India. Before starting off with a client-attorney agreement, the North American Immigration Law Group evaluated his provided credentials to determine his EB-1A success. We deduced that we could lead him to obtain the alien of extraordinary ability only after a thorough evaluation. Our team thus followed a proficient process of analyzing his background, paperwork, and the associated evidence, and were then only assured that they were enough to persuade USCIS and get our client the EB-1A approval.

We highlighted the following particulars to make his case a success:

• We recognized the 42 peer-reviewed scientific articles he published in some of the most discerning, high-impact journals in his field of gastroenterology.
• An awe-inspiring record of obtaining 314 citations in other peer-reviewed journal articles and having been cited by researchers in at least 31 countries, further indicated the major significance of his work.
• He has also been invited as a judge to review and evaluate the work of his peers and has conducted at least 30 reviews to date thus serving as major evidence of his expertise in the field.

In addition, our client’s research addresses some of our nation’s and the world’s most pressing issues, including improving clinical recovery for patients with gastrointestinal illnesses and reducing the need for invasive surgical procedures. His strong background in endoscopic ultrasound and interventional techniques has allowed his research to be particularly original, resulting in his success in fundamentally transforming gastroenterology and hepatology research. He is particularly well-known for his contributions to the management of hypertriglyceridemia induced acute pancreatitis.

Furthermore, considering the effective articles he has published and the numerous citations his work has attained prove that he has a prominent status in the field, which has been corroborated by the documentary evidence and testimony from other experts in the field, establishing that it is assuredly in the interests of the United States to retain his unique talents. The following 2 statements are excerpted from two of the four recommendation letters submitted:

“In summary, [client] is a leading expert in gastroenterology and an eminently qualified research scientist and physician. His critical discoveries while studying interventional endoscopy have proved to be of great use to the United States and to the many Americans suffering from GI disease or malignancy, and he has gone above and beyond in service to his field through his dedication to conducting peer-review.”

“[Client] has made a number of important discoveries in gastroenterology, and primarily coordinates his research around gastrointestinal (GI) disease and endoscopic ultrasound and intervention. He has put his tremendous abilities with state-of-the-art endoscopic tools and techniques to great use in his study of gastrointestinal illness and is a very uncommonly talented researcher in this respect. The field of gastroenterology is vastly improved by his presence within it, and I feel secure in my decision to contend that he is a critically important figure to the present and future of gastroenterology research.”

Our client’s research thus successfully proved that endoscopic gastroenterostomy, a procedure performed in patients with gastric cancers blocking the passage of food, is effective at removing the blockage. Hence, his research is a remarkable step forward in terms of treating this very serious condition and would definitely benefit the hundreds of thousands of people living with severe gastric cancers and an inability to eat solid foods.

We are delighted that our team was once again successful in persuading USCIS of the importance of our client’s research in the United States. Thanks to premium processing, he was granted his EB-1A approval in just 31 days. We would sincerely like to thank him for choosing our law firm and congratulate him for getting a grip on this expansive process and accomplishing this breakthrough.

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Case Summary:

“[The client] is an expert cardiology researcher who has dedicated his career to analyzing and reporting the existing data on CVDs and the level of risk for patients. [Client’s] work ensures that physicians are capable of providing the best care, with the least risk for cardiovascular patients. This results in a decreased need for further medical intervention, overall lessening the burden of healthcare costs on individuals and the entire system.”

“To further improve the state of cardiology healthcare in the United States, it is imperative that [client] be permitted to continue his research, as he has proven himself an irreplaceable leader in the field.”

These are two testimonials from experts about a client who came to us seeking help with his EB1-A (Alien of Extraordinary Ability) case. As we came to discover later, the client had a fellowship in cardiology and was himself an expert in the field of cardiology. Hailing from India, he had an MBBS and was looking forward to keep working here in the United States. He is one of the few leading interventional cardiology experts focused on improving overall cardiovascular outcomes following advanced coronary and structural cardiac interventions like coronary angioplasty, rotational atherectomy, trans-catheter valve replacements, and mechanical circulatory support for cardiogenic shock in cardiology, and he has achieved a consistent and notable record of success and influence in these areas of study.

Not only did we find this but we also gathered information about his academic and professional career, such as the publication count, citation records and review experience. This information was then utilized by our team in building a solid case for him. Given the strictures of the USCIS for EB1-A cases, we had to make sure that our client’s petition had all the required information and relevant documents attached.

Through the petition letter, we informed the adjudicating authorities that he has actively engaged his peers in the field of cardiology by authoring and co-authoring 28 peer-reviewed articles that have been published in international journals. At the same time, he has submitted evidence of 155 citations, along with 4 letters from experts in the field attesting to the importance and significance of his contributions. His discoveries have also gone on to influence his peers. That is, these publications have been cited by researchers in at least 30 countries, according to Google Scholar. And as an expert in the field, he has been called to conduct at least 22 reviews for journals of national and international reputation.

All of this information put together, made for a very impressive petition the success of which brought us great pleasure. We are also very grateful to our client for continuing to show his trust in us by retaining us to file his NIW and I-485 applications.

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Case Summary:

“[Client’s] research is crucial to the development of better treatments for HIV that avoid the toxicity traditionally associated with ART. ART is a highly successful treatment for HIV, but it is known to have negative effects on patient’s health and is susceptible to failure. [Client’s] research has shed light on the development of organ-specific toxicity in ART patients. These insights are crucial to the development of new treatments and strategies to mitigate the adverse of ART. As such, [client’s] research is beneficial to the health of millions of HIV/AIDS patients worldwide.”

“Antimicrobial drugs, such as those [the client] has helped to develop, are extremely important because they are used to treat a variety of infections, including biotic infections, fungal infections, and viral infections. Given the current global health crisis of COVID-19, as well as other relevant viral epidemics such as HIV, [client’s] research into antimicrobial medicines derived from plant-based dirigent proteins is of the most pressing importance.”

These are two small passages that indicate how important the work of a client who came to us seeking help with his NIW (National Interest Waiver) petition, was for the world. Hailing from Sri Lanka, with a Ph.D. in chemistry and a proposed endeavor to continue his research on the metabolism and disposition of anti-HIV drugs to optimize the effectiveness of HIV therapies and reduce adverse side effects such as neurodegeneration, his work in the field of pharmacology was truly meritorious.

Since we had already done a thorough background check, our team started working on his petition immediately, which meant collecting data on his academic and professional background. We found that throughout his time working in the field, he has built an impressive record of publication. As evidence of his contributions, his work has resulted in 5 peer-reviewed journal articles (3 of them first-authored) and 5 peer-reviewed conference abstracts/proceedings (4 of them first-authored). At the same time, his work has also gone on to influence his peers. That is, these publications have been cited a total of 49 times according to Google Scholar, thereby demonstrating that these publications are widely recognized and relied upon in the field of pharmacology. On the other hand, he has already been invited to review the work of his peers 2 times to date. Given that only experts in the field are called on to perform this work, his position in the field is recognized both by his peers and national agencies which have funded his work several times in the past.

We were able to find that his work had in fact been supported by the National Science Foundation (NSF), the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE), and the National Institutes of Health (NIH). Thus demonstrating by the above evidence, that his proposed endeavor also has national importance.

All of this information put together made for an impressive petition finally getting approved by the adjudication panel at USCIS. We are glad to have been a part of his NIW approval journey.

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Case Summary:

Armed with a Postdoctoral Degree, a researcher from China approached NAILG (North America Immigration Law Group) to help her in adjudicating with the USCIS on her behalf. Her proposed endeavor to investigate the underlying epigenetic mechanisms driving autoimmune disease and cancer proliferation in order to identify viable new targets and compounds for drug development to treat these conditions was not only thoroughly researched but also had the potential to transform the US healthcare system. This prompted us to look at her academic and past professional records before countersigning the retainer document.

Her excellent academic and professional record helped us tailor the case to her strengths. We tried to showcase her achievements by putting together a list of publications, citations, and reviews, demonstrating her constant engagement and impact upon other researchers in her field. Her 8 peer-reviewed publications (2 of them first-authored) have been cited a total of 682 times according to Google Scholar, thereby illustrating that these publications are widely recognized and relied upon in the field of immunology. She has thus authored 1 paper that ranks among the top 0.01%%, 1 paper that ranks among the top 0.1%, 1 paper that ranks among the top 1%, 2 papers that rank among the top 10%, and 1 paper that ranks among the top 20% most-cited articles across the entire field for Immunology for their respective years of publication.

Another thing that we take note of at NAILG is the letters of recommendation obtained from dependent and independent experts in the field. With her case some of the recommenders had the following to say about the import of her work to the US and its health care system:

“In the United States, colorectal cancer is the second leading cause of cancer death among men and women combined. In many cases, colorectal cancer is preceded by common inflammatory gastrointestinal diseases like ulcerative colitis and Crohn’s disease. Both of these conditions are characterized as inflammatory bowel diseases, so [the client’s] investigation to understand how to more effectively mitigate inflammation is substantially important to the United States.”

“[The Client’s] evaluation of the mechanisms that incite inflammation, therefore, contributes to her efforts to design treatments for autoimmune diseases and colorectal cancer. In particular, the prevalence of autoimmune diseases nationwide makes [the Client’s]research of specific interest to the United States.”

We would like to thank our client for her confidence in our experience with how USCIS adjudicates in matters of National Interest Waiver (NIW) petition. Thanks to our legal strategies earned over several years of some 25,000+ successful approvals, we were victorious in her case too. We wish her the very best and we are certain that her research will transform the field of immunology.

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Case Summary:

A research associate residing in North Carolina hired North America Immigration Law Group for filing an I-140 NIW (National Interest Waiver) petition on his behalf. Our client held a doctor of philosophy in biology and vast experience and expertise in researching the field of neuroscience. We were confident that he is an ideal candidate for the EB-2 NIW petition. Our main task was to persuade USCIS that our client’s research had both substantial merit and national importance. Thus, we included the below-mentioned details in his NIW petition packet:

• We detailed our client’s research on investigating the effects of adult neurogenesis on cognitive function to develop improved therapeutic interventions for cognitive disorders. After an absolute analysis, we concluded that our client’s research is certainly of great importance because it aids in the diagnosis and treatment of neuropsychiatric and neurodegenerative disorders. Therefore, helping to improve quality of life, reduce mortality, and ensure more cost-effective medical care for cognitive impairment in the United States.
• Also, in view of his knowledge and skills, he has been invited to conduct peer reviews regularly for noble journals in the field and completed seven peer reviews to date. Since only the leading researchers in the field are invited to judge the work of their peers, our client proves to be abreast of his responsibilities as a critic in the field.
• To corroborate his provided documents, we encouraged him to reach out to his fellow experts in the field, and successfully two of the experts were obliged to sign in his recommendation letters, shedding more light on our client’s excellence in the field. The following excerpt has been extracted from one of the letters:

“His work was funded by grants from leading government agencies…These grants are highly competitive, and the institutions providing them are part of the major federal organization in the United States for financially supporting medical research. This shows that the worth of [client’s] research has been established by the government of the United States itself.”

• It was imperative for us to note that his work has been supported by funding from major national institutions such as the National Institute of Mental Health, the National Institute on Aging, the National Institutes of Health, the National Institute of Mental Health, and the National Institute of Neurological Disease and Stroke. These leading research agencies support research that benefits understanding and treatment of mental illness, the aging process, and stroke and neurological disease, thereby verifying that the U.S. government has validated the value of our client’s work on his intended project through their financial support.
• Besides, we recorded the 162 citations accumulated from the 10 peer-reviewed journal articles (two of them first-authored) he published, confirming his peers’ appreciation for his work. These papers have been published in no fewer than 7 highly ranked peer-reviewed journals, reflecting the major influence of his useful approaches to the study of complex studies within the field of neuroscience on his peers from around the world.

We are glad that our client received his NIW approval within 10 months without an RFE (request for evidence) from USCIS. Our team’s effective ways of handling this case led to our client’s NIW approval without any hindrance and we sincerely thank him for connecting with our law firm. We wish him the best in his future endeavors.

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Case Summary:

The EB-1A category of immigration is reserved for foreign nationals who can demonstrate extraordinary ability in fields of science, arts, education, business, etc. We at NAILG (North America Immigration Law Group) specialize in immigrant petitions. Thus, when a postdoctoral fellow in cancer therapeutics from India approached us, we made sure that she qualified the rigorous criteria set by USCIS before countersigning the retainer agreement.

One of the key markers of academic and professional excellence is the award of funding, grants, and financial assistance in form of fellowships from recognized institutes of eminence. This was especially true of our client, who had received multiple grants from some of the leading research institutions in the country of origin before applying for her EB-1A (Alien of Extraordinary Ability). Our team of experts at NAILG made sure that she received her EB-1A (Alien of Extraordinary Ability) approval with the least amount of hassle, and given the fact that our client opted for Premium Processing, her application came through in a short period of 3 days.

Some of the other things that we included in our petition along with information of the grants she had received were details of her publication records, citation counts, experience as a reviewer, and multiple letters of support.

• She has actively engaged her peers in the field of cancer research by authoring and co-authoring 13 peer-reviewed articles that have been published or accepted in international journals.
• She has conducted at least 23 reviews for leading international journals in her area of expertise. It is known that only well-known experts are called upon to review the work of fellow researchers, thus indicating her pre-eminence in the field. Thus it is evidence of her active and actual participation as a judge of the work of other experts in the field.
• Due to its great applicability in the field, her work on cancer research has been cited 158 times in other peer-reviewed journal articles according to Google Scholar. These citations come from independent and leading researchers from well-regarded institutions and organizations around the world, indicating the major significance of her work. To further illustrate this, we included visual representations of the countries where her work was being cited.
• We finally included multiple letters of support from dependent and independent experts in the field. One of the independent letters said the following:-

“Her work is transformative for the field, identifying the mechanism of cancer treatment resistance and eliminating the issue with specific target inhibitors and combination drugs. Her fellow researchers have built upon this work to continue to advance in cancer research and it is for this, I strongly recommend the extension of [the client’s] work within the United States.”

We thank her for choosing us to represent her at USCIS for both EB-1A as well as I-140 NIW petitions and we wish her the very best for her future endeavors.

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