Success Story: EB1A Approved In Just 18 Days! With Our Guidance, an AI Research Engineer from India Secures Approval via Premium Processing
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On October 3rd, 2025, we received another EB-1A (Alien of Extraordinary Ability) approval for an AI Research Engineer/Scientist in the Field of Computer Engineering (Approval Notice).
General Field: Computer Engineering
Position at the Time of Case Filing: AI Research Engineer/Scientist
Country of Origin: India
State of Residence at the Time of Filing: California
Approval Notice Date: October 3rd, 2025
Processing Time: 18 days (Premium Processing Requested)
Case Summary:
We are pleased to announce that the I-140 EB-1A petition prepared by NAILG for a distinguished expert in computer system architecture was recently approved in just 18 days through Premium Processing.
The Client’s Expertise and Research
The client holds a Ph.D. in electrical engineering and has established a prominent reputation in the field of computer system architecture, with a specialized focus on artificial intelligence (AI) hardware optimization. The client’s research has centered on developing scalable memory systems for next-generation computing and advancing hardware-software co-design for energy-efficient AI systems. This line of work directly supports technological innovation and strengthens U.S. leadership in high-performance computing and sustainable AI development.
Demonstrating Extraordinary Ability
To meet the high evidentiary standard of the EB-1A category, NAILG presented a comprehensive body of evidence illustrating the client’s extraordinary contributions and sustained acclaim in the field. Specifically, the petition highlighted:
- 4 peer-reviewed journal articles (1 first-authored and 1 co-first-authored)
- 5 peer-reviewed conference papers (2 first-authored)
- 5 preprints (1 first-authored)
- 6 patents (2 first-authored) and 1 first-authored patent application
Collectively, this body of work has been cited 749 times by independent researchers around the world, demonstrating the widespread impact and influence of the client’s innovations. Moreover, the client has served as a peer reviewer for at least 15 scholarly manuscripts, further confirming his authority and leadership in the discipline.
Recognition and Global Impact
The client’s research has been instrumental in shaping how AI hardware systems are designed to improve performance, energy efficiency, and scalability. These innovations have been widely cited by researchers from major institutions across the United States, Europe, and Asia and have been adopted in both academic and industrial settings. The client’s groundbreaking work has also been supported by Intel Corporation, underscoring its real-world relevance and practical application to advancing computing technologies.
To reinforce these achievements, NAILG included six letters of recommendation from leading international experts in the field. These experts attested to the client’s pioneering role and the major significance of the contributions made to computer system architecture.
“His contributions have earned well-deserved international recognition and continue to benefit the United States and global industrial and academic communities.”
A Successful Outcome
USCIS determined that the client’s accomplishments reflect sustained international recognition and original contributions of major significance to the field. The approval of this EB-1A petition confirms the client’s standing among the small percentage of professionals who have risen to the very top of their discipline.
NAILG is proud to have successfully represented this client and demonstrated the impact of the client’s work on advancing the frontiers of AI hardware optimization. This approval ensures that the client can continue conducting high-impact research that supports the United States’ competitiveness in cutting-edge computing and artificial intelligence innovation.