Success Stories: NAILG Delivered EB-1A Approval for Biostatistics Assistant Professor Following USCIS RFE
Client’s Testimonial:
“Navigating the EB1 application process is never easy, but with the support of my patient and professional legal team, I’m grateful to finally receive a positive outcome.
I came into the process with a relatively strong background in terms of publications and citations. Still, the success of my application truly relied on the careful preparation and strategic presentation of my materials by the legal team. They were thorough, responsive to my feedback, and always open to discussion and refinement.
Despite applying through premium processing, my case eventually received an RFE, which added further complexity. During this critical stage, my attorneys provided thoughtful, professional guidance and worked with me to brainstorm multiple strategies for a strong response. Their persistence and expertise ultimately made the difference.”
On May 23rd, 2025, we received another EB-1A (Alien of Extraordinary Ability) approval for an Assistant Professor/Principal Investigator in the Field of Biostatistics (Approval Notice).
General Field: Biostatistics
Position at the Time of Case Filing: Assistant Professor/Principal Investigator
Country of Origin: China
State of Residence at the Time of Filing: Georgia
Approval Notice Date: May 23rd, 2025
Processing Time: 1 year, 7 months (Premium Processing Requested)
Case Summary:
Our client is one of the few leading experts in next-generation sequencing and biostatistics, widely recognized for his influential work in statistical genomics. His research has resulted in powerful tools that help scientists and clinicians analyze gene expression at unprecedented resolution, advancing our ability to diagnose, study, and treat complex diseases.
Among his most acclaimed achievements is the development of multiple bioinformatics tools for single-cell RNA sequencing and spatial transcriptomics data, transforming the way researchers identify biologically meaningful regions in tissue samples. Alongside this, he has created additional analytic methods that enhance researchers’ abilities to detect disease-related genes and cell types in single-cell data, supporting breakthroughs in precision medicine.
“ [Client] has provided multiple machine learning tools that go beyond traditional methods in identifying spatial domains, identifying disease-associated cell populations. These tools empower users to understand their data in a way that is both biologically relevant and spatially coherent. These tools assist in the intricate analysis of spatial genomics data, helping researchers gain valuable insight into tissue structures. In addition, his foray into single-cell RNA-sequencing has resulted in analytic tools that amplify researchers’ abilities to identify disease-related cell types and genes, thereby enhancing our understanding of disease mechanisms. [Client]’s research thus aids clinicians and researchers in comprehending disease progression and developing treatments for a range of illnesses.”
To support his U.S. permanent residency goals, he retained the North America Immigration Law Group (NAILG) to prepare and file an EB-1A (Extraordinary Ability) petition. The legal team built a comprehensive petition package that emphasized the originality, national significance, and scientific reach of our client’s contributions, demonstrated by his:
● 20 peer-reviewed publications (including 7 first- or co-first-authored)
● 575 citations, placing him in the top 1% of biostatistics researchers worldwide in the past five years
● 26 peer reviews completed for academic journals
Although USCIS issued a Request for Evidence (RFE) several months after filing, NAILG promptly developed a strategic and detailed response that clarified the major significance of his work, using concrete metrics, citation impact, and expert commentary. The firm’s response effectively rebutted the agency’s concerns and reinforced our client’s eligibility across multiple EB-1A criteria.
Just a few months after the RFE was submitted, USCIS approved the petition, recognizing our client as an individual of extraordinary ability whose research continues to shape the field of biomedical statistics and disease analysis.
Thanks to NAILG’s expert legal representation from start to finish, he successfully navigated the complex EB-1A process, even in the face of added scrutiny, and can now continue his influential work in the United States, where his research holds promise for transforming diagnostics and therapeutic discovery.