dismissed
EB-1A
dismissed EB-1A Case: Physics
Decision Summary
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to establish the requisite sustained national or international acclaim. The petitioner's awards were deemed scholastic honors from his time as a student, not professional awards reflecting sustained acclaim. Additionally, the submitted media articles about his work were found insufficient as they primarily quoted his advisor, not the petitioner.
Criteria Discussed
Documentation Of The Alien'S Receipt Of Lesser Nationally Or Internationally Recognized Prizes Or Awards For Excellence In The Field Of Endeavor. Published Material About The Alien In Professional Or Major Trade Publications Or Other Major Media, Relating To The Alien'S Work In The Field For Which Classification Is Sought.
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