Success Story: NIW Victory for A Visiting Assistant Professor in the Field of Cognitive Science
Client’s Testimonial:
There is always a quick response to the questions, and the reference letters are very well written. For most of the process, they are well taken care of, including the forms and evidence. However, the first draft of the petition letter does contain a lot of errors that require cleaning up. In addition, as an immigration law firm, it sounds a bit off when the response to an employment-based (E3) visa question is to look for another immigration law firm. Thank you so much for the help throughout the process.”
On April 22nd, 2025, we received another EB-2 NIW (National Interest Waiver) approval for a Visiting Assistant Professor in the Field of Cognitive Science (Approval Notice).
General Field: Cognitive Science
Position at the Time of Case Filing: Visiting Assistant Professor
Country of Origin: Hong Kong
State of Residence at the Time of Filing: Connecticut
Approval Notice Date: April 22nd, 2025
Processing Time: 5 months, 10 days
Case Summary:
Our team is proud to announce the successful approval of an NIW (National Interest Waiver) petition for a visiting assistant professor in cognitive science from Hong Kong. His research focuses on the design of cutting-edge neuroscience experiments and computational models to better understand how the brain processes reading and visual information. These insights aim to enhance recovery programs and educational tools for individuals affected by aphasia, dyslexia, and other visual impairments.
At the time of filing, the client held a faculty position at a U.S. institution, where he continues to explore how writing systems shape neural representations of language and reading. His I-140 NIW petition was approved in 5 months and 10 days, without a request for evidence.
We built the petition around his exceptional research record, which includes:
● 2 peer-reviewed journal articles, 2 conference papers, 7 abstracts, and 1 preprint;
● A total of 94 citations, including a paper ranked among the top 10% most cited in Neuroscience & Behavior for its publication year;
● At least 5 peer reviews for top academic journals and conferences.
We demonstrated that his research holds substantial merit and national importance, particularly in light of national efforts to improve literacy rates and address reading disabilities. Supported by strong recommendation letters, we successfully argued that our client is well-positioned to continue making impactful contributions.
We are honored to have represented such a talented scholar and look forward to seeing his continued impact on cognitive science and education policy in the U.S.