dismissed
EB-1A
dismissed EB-1A Case: Biomedical Research
Decision Summary
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to establish sustained national or international acclaim. The AAO found that the submitted evidence, such as academic scholarships, a postdoctoral fellowship, and an 'Employee of the Month' award, did not constitute nationally recognized prizes for excellence. Additionally, the petitioner's memberships in professional societies were not shown to require outstanding achievement for admission.
Criteria Discussed
Receipt Of Lesser Nationally Or Internationally Recognized Prizes Or Awards For Excellence Membership In Associations In The Field Which Require Outstanding Achievements Of Their Members Published Material About The Alien In Professional Or Major Trade Publications Or Other Major Media
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