dismissed
EB-1A
dismissed EB-1A Case: Plant Pathology
Decision Summary
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to establish sustained national or international acclaim. The AAO concurred with the director that the submitted fellowships and bursaries did not qualify as nationally or internationally recognized prizes or awards for excellence. The decision noted that these fellowships were designed to fund training and research for mid-career scientists, not to recognize past achievements at a level consistent with extraordinary ability.
Criteria Discussed
Documentation Of The Alien'S Receipt Of Lesser Nationally Or Internationally Recognized Prizes Or Awards For Excellence In The Field Of Endeavor
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