Success Stories: Extraordinary Ability Recognized: Computational Biology Postdoctoral Fellow’s EB-1A Approved Without RFE, With Strategic Support from NAILG
Client’s Testimonial:
“I had a truly exceptional experience with Chen Immigration Attorney (North America Immigration Law Group) for my I-140 EB-1A petition. My case was approved in just one year with no Request for Evidence (RFE), which speaks volumes about their expertise. They presented my credentials strongly and clearly. Beyond the result, their communication was outstanding: they answered my sometimes ‘naive’ questions within a day with concise and helpful explanations. Their team is incredibly professional, experienced, and supportive. I am genuinely happy with their service.”
On May 28th, 2025, we received another EB-1A (Alien of Extraordinary Ability) approval for a Postdoctoral Fellow in the Field of Computational Biology (Approval Notice).
General Field: Computational Biology
Position at the Time of Case Filing: Postdoctoral Fellow
Country of Origin: India
State of Residence at the Time of Filing: California
Approval Notice Date: May 28th, 2025
Processing Time: 1 year, 12 days
Case Summary:
Our client’s pioneering research in computational biology has placed her at the forefront of efforts to understand and combat some of the most urgent health challenges of our time. Her work, which spans population genomics, cardiovascular disorders, and single-cell multiomics, has produced both foundational insights and original methodologies. These contributions have earned her recognition as a leading authority in the field, one whose influence reaches across disciplines and borders.
Throughout her career, she has tackled a broad spectrum of biomedical challenges. She has developed computational approaches to trace COVID-19 mutations, assess reinfection risks, and explore disease-causing variants in patients, all while also breaking ground in the genomics of rare and complex disorders. Her research into the role of microbial genera such as Prevotella and the heritability of cardiovascular conditions has directly informed new therapeutic pathways, addressing global health issues like diabetes, obesity, and heart disease. One recommender summarized it best:
“[Client]’s efforts address the urgent need for new therapeutic approaches to tackle cardiovascular disease, ultimately improving patient outcomes and alleviating the burden on healthcare systems.”
Her impact is backed by an exceptional scholarly record. She has authored 33 peer-reviewed journal articles, with 1 additional article accepted, as well as 4 abstracts, 2 preprints, and 2 book chapters. Her publications have been cited 883 times by researchers in at least 56 countries, placing her in the top 5% of authors publishing in microbiology. In addition to her research output, she has completed at least 40 peer reviews, further confirming her role as a trusted expert in the global scientific community.
Her work has also received direct research support from the Council of Scientific & Industrial Research, a premier funding agency under the Government of India, demonstrating both the international demand for her research and its recognized importance.
With a record that spans original discovery, peer leadership, and international scientific influence, our client’s EB-1A petition was approved without a Request for Evidence (RFE). Her case was expertly prepared by the North America Immigration Law Group (NAILG), which developed a compelling evidentiary narrative that clearly demonstrated her extraordinary ability and sustained acclaim in computational biology. By strategically presenting her scholarly impact, international citations, and critical research contributions, NAILG ensured that her petition not only met but exceeded the legal threshold for EB-1A approval. She is now well-positioned to continue advancing the frontiers of genomic science and public health innovation from within the United States.