dismissed
EB-1A
dismissed EB-1A Case: Clinical Research
Decision Summary
The appeal was dismissed because the evidence failed to establish the beneficiary's sustained national or international acclaim. The AAO determined that research grants are funding for future work, not awards for past excellence, and a student exchange program does not demonstrate acclaim at the top of the professional field. Furthermore, the beneficiary's memberships in professional organizations did not require outstanding achievements for admission.
Criteria Discussed
Lesser Prizes Or Awards Memberships In Associations Requiring Outstanding Achievement
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