Success Stories: EB-1A Approved in 17 Days for South Korean Professor Specializing in Food Science, Represented by NAILG
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On May 10th, 2025, we received another EB-1A (Alien of Extraordinary Ability) approval for a Professor in the Field of Food Science (Approval Notice).
General Field: Food Science
Position at the Time of Case Filing: Professor
Country of Origin: South Korea
Country of Residence at the Time of Filing: South Korea
Approval Notice Date: May 10th, 2025
Processing Time: 17 days (Premium Processing Requested)
Case Summary:
A professor has dedicated his career to researching key challenges in food science with a focus on public health protection. His work addresses critical concerns in food safety and environmental risk management, and has informed practices and standards implemented across the food industry. These contributions have supported broader public health initiatives and enhanced food system resilience.
Recognizing the far-reaching importance of this work, North America Immigration Law Group (NAILG) partnered with him to prepare his petition for the EB-1A (Alien of Extraordinary Ability) classification. Our team worked closely with him to build a case that went beyond academic achievement, highlighting how his research advances food safety at a structural level, directly supporting the public health and security goals of the United States.
In support of this petition, our client presented an exceptional record of scientific output and professional engagement. He has authored 92 peer-reviewed journal articles and 65 conference abstracts, and his work has been cited 5,834 times by researchers across the globe. In recognition of his expertise, he has also completed more than 50 peer reviews for scientific journals. His research has received funding from multiple respected institutions.
One expert described the value of his work as follows:
“His research is crucial for ensuring that food is effectively stored, preserved, and decontaminated before consumption, thereby preventing health risks associated with foodborne pathogens and protecting food security. Given the significance of this work, it is clear that [client]’s research supports advances in food safety and security, as well as national interests in the United States.”
Throughout the petition process, NAILG provided strategic direction on every element of the case, from curating evidence of international recognition to shaping a clear, compelling narrative that highlighted the urgency and national relevance of our client’s work. We translated a highly technical research portfolio into a petition that clearly demonstrated his contributions to food safety and public health. We are proud to present this EB-1A approval as a testament to both his scientific impact and our firm’s commitment to advancing cases of exceptional merit.