On May 4^th, 2017, we received another EB-1A (Alien of Extraordinary Ability) approval for a Postdoctoral Research Associate in the Field of Plant Science (Approval Notice).

General Field: Plant Science

Position at the Time of Case Filing: Postdoctoral Research Associate

Country of Origin: China

Service Center: Texas Service Center (TSC)

State of Residence at the Time of Filing: Florida

Approval Notice Date: May 4^th, 2017

Processing Time: 9 months, 6 days

Case Summary:

Texas Service Center (TSC) found our client, a Chinese plant science expert, to be a deserving candidate for EB-1A (Alien of Extraordinary Ability). The fact that his work aids the United States in understanding the genomic qualities of plants that grow in unfavorable environments undoubtedly paved the way for EB1A approval. Before establishing an attorney-client relationship, North America Immigration Law Group (NAILG) carefully studied our client’s credentials to determine their veracity. Once we were assured that his credentials qualified him for EB1A, we counter-signed the retainer agreement and got to work building his case. A few highlights included:

– Our client had obtained a Ph.D. in Genetics from a prestigious university in his birth country of China. His strong background in plant molecular biology and genetics had allowed his research to be particularly original, with applications such as the identification of new cold-regulated genes for cold-tolerant breeding, the identification of genes that are conducive to stress-tolerant crop breeding, and the advancement of knowledge toward plant growth in low atmospheric pressure. The multiple benefits of retaining our client in the US are obvious— his work directly impacts the ability of agriculturalists to grow plants in a variety of inhospitable conditions and therefore aids the multi-billion dollar US agricultural industry.

– Our client also possessed an impressive publication and citation record. His published work totaled 13 peer-reviewed scientific articles that appeared in impactful journals and these articles had collectively gathered 142 citations at the time of filing. These records give a clear picture of the merits of his research and the widespread influence of his work.

– Another important facet of our client’s research career involves the 40 peer reviews he had conducted for top-tier journals. Based on his peer review experience, we were able to prove his position as a leading expert in the field of plant science.

– “[Client] is a researcher whose work related to how plants respond to various terrestrial environmental stresses has cemented his position as one of the most respected plant scientists in the world.” This is an excerpt from one of the 5 recommendation letters that our client collected from other plant science experts. These letters were incorporated into his EB1A petition and acted as additional support for his case. Needless to say, these recommendation letters served as a powerful testimonial of our client’s research expertise.

Our client received his approval notification exactly 9 months and 6 days after filing. To obtain a green card, our client has to adjust his status for permanent residency by filing an I-485 application. We recently sent him our complimentary D.I.Y Packet to help him with this, and we wish him the best with the final step in the green card process. In conclusion, we would like to thank our client for believing in our services and we wish him a bright future here in the United States.