Success Story: Chinese Research Assistant Earns NIW Approval Thanks to Our Expert Guidance and Premium Processing
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On September 25th, 2025, we received another EB-2 NIW (National Interest Waiver) approval for a Research Assistant in the Field of Computer Science (Approval Notice).
General Field: Computer Science
Position at the Time of Case Filing: Research Assistant
Country of Origin: China
State of Residence at the Time of Filing: Wisconsin
Approval Notice Date: September 25th, 2025
Processing Time: 1 month and 24 days (Premium Processing Requested)
Case Summary:
We are pleased to announce the approval of an EB-2 NIW (National Interest Waiver) petition for a research assistant from China working in the field of computer science. The client holds an M.S. degree in computer science, which has equipped him with specialized expertise in database systems, distributed systems, and operating systems. At the time of filing, our client was engaged in advanced research on large-scale data systems, with a focus on query optimization and efficient processing for big-data applications. After reviewing his accomplishments in publication, citation, and peer review, North America Immigration Law Group (NAILG) determined he was a strong candidate for the NIW petition. The case was filed under premium processing and was approved in just 1 month and 24 days.
Proposed Endeavor: Advancing High-Performance Data Processing for Big-Data Applications
Our client’s proposed endeavor centers on developing high-performing query processing and optimization techniques for large-scale data warehouses. His work addresses some of the most pressing challenges in big-data applications across industries, including healthcare, finance, and retail. By enhancing query execution speed, scalability, and resource efficiency, his research improves the responsiveness and sustainability of cloud-native databases. This endeavor directly supports U.S. priorities in data-driven decision-making, economic competitiveness, and sustainable computing.
Notable Achievements Supporting the Petition
To demonstrate his qualifications and significance in the field, NAILG highlighted the following achievements:
- Publication Record: Authored 6 peer-reviewed papers, including both journal and top-tier conference publications, with several as first author. His work has been accepted in selective venues, which are widely recognized as among the most prestigious in computer science.
- Citation Impact: His research has already been cited 112 times, with at least 3 of his papers ranking among the top 10% most cited in computer science for their publication years.
- Peer Review Service: He has completed at least 3 peer reviews for journals in the field.
- Research Funding: His work has been supported by the National Science Foundation Principles and Practice of Scalable Systems (NSF PPoSS) program, which funds projects of national significance in advancing scalable, efficient, and sustainable computing technologies.
Expert Recognition
The case was supported by two recommendation letters. One recommender summarized his impact by stating:
“There is thus no doubt that [The Client] continues to deliver influential innovations that strengthen the U.S. technology landscape and advance key capabilities in data processing and cloud computing.”
NIW Approval and Outlook
The swift approval of this NIW petition underscores both the client’s exceptional record and the strength of the case prepared by NAILG. His continued research on data optimization technologies will provide long-term benefits to the United States by reinforcing leadership in big data innovation, supporting sustainable computing practices, and driving advancements across key sectors. NAILG is proud to have supported his successful petition and looks forward to his future contributions to U.S. technological progress.