Dismissed
EB-1A
EB-1A Dismissed — Organic Chemistry: did not establish the sustained national or international
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Decision Summary
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner did not establish the sustained national or international acclaim required for the classification. While the AAO determined the petitioner met the criteria for receiving a nationally recognized award and for judging the work of others, he failed to meet the criteria for membership in associations requiring outstanding achievement and did not overcome the director's finding that his contributions were not of major significance.
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Nationally Or Internationally Recognized Prizes Or Awards Membership In Associations Requiring Outstanding Achievement Judging The Work Of Others Original Contributions Of Major Significance
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