Success Stories: NAILG Assists Researcher to Secure NIW Approval in Advancing Intelligent Networks Without RFE

Posted by wegreened on January 30, 2026 in Artificial Intelligence, NIW

On October 21^st, 2025, we received another EB-2 NIW (National Interest Waiver) approval for a Graduate Student Researcher in the field of Artificial Intelligence (Approval Notice).

General Field: Artificial Intelligence

Position at the Time of Case Filing: Graduate Student Researcher

Country of Origin: Taiwan

State of Residence at the Time of Filing: California

Approval Notice Date: October 21^st, 2025

Processing Time: 1 year, 5 months, 7 days (Premium Processing Requested)

Case Summary:

As artificial intelligence continues to shape the foundation of global innovation, researchers who can strengthen its reliability and scalability play an essential role in advancing technology that impacts nearly every sector of modern life. A computer scientist from Taiwan earned approval for his EB-2 NIW (National Interest Waiver) petition after North America Immigration Law Group (NAILG) successfully demonstrated the national significance of his contributions to AI system design and distributed computing.

The petitioner’s proposed endeavor centers on the development and refinement of bandit and approximation algorithms for distributed artificial intelligence applications. His goal is to enhance the performance of edge and cloud computing environments, addressing scalability barriers and ensuring stable wireless communication across vast, decentralized networks of AI-enabled devices. By building more efficient and reliable AI infrastructures, his research supports progress in industries ranging from autonomous systems and cybersecurity to data-driven healthcare and smart manufacturing.

The significance of this work is reflected in its funding from the U.S. National Science Foundation (NSF), an endorsement that underscores both the technical depth and the national importance of his contributions. His research aligns directly with ongoing federal initiatives aimed at expanding the reach of trustworthy and energy-efficient AI, while also advancing the competitiveness of U.S. computing technologies.

The petitioner’s qualifications and record of achievement clearly demonstrate his capacity to advance this endeavor. Holding a master’s degree in computer science and information engineering, he has documented his research in 2 peer-reviewed journal articles (one first-authored) and 8 first-authored conference papers that have been cited 40 times. His work on algorithmic frameworks for decentralized learning and resource allocation has provided novel strategies for optimizing AI system performance. Beyond his publications, he has completed at least 17 peer reviews for leading journals, a mark of his recognition as a trusted and knowledgeable expert in his field.

Through NAILG’s strategic case presentation, USCIS determined that his research possesses substantial merit and national importance and that he is well-positioned to continue advancing this critical area of technology. His approval underscores both his vital role in advancing scalable artificial intelligence and NAILG’s continued commitment to supporting researchers whose innovations strengthen the nation’s technological future.

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Track Record of Success EB-1 and NIW Approvals

(2020.01 - 2024.12)

Category	Approval or Refund^®		Approval or Refiling^TM
Category	Approved Sum	Success Rate	Approved Sum	Success Rate
NIW	28,946	99.52%	3,030	98.31%
EB1A	4,322	91.76%	2,870	88.91%
EB1B	793	98.51%	236	90.77%
Total	34,061	98.44%	6,136	93.39%