dismissed
EB-1A
dismissed EB-1A Case: Molecular Biology
Decision Summary
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to demonstrate sustained national or international acclaim. The AAO determined that the petitioner's awards were internal company recognitions or student awards, not nationally significant prizes. Additionally, his memberships in professional societies did not require outstanding achievements, and citations to his work were not considered published material about him.
Criteria Discussed
Receipt Of Lesser Nationally Or Internationally Recognized Prizes Or Awards Membership In Associations Which Require Outstanding Achievements Published Material About The Alien In Professional Or Major Trade Publications
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