Dismissed
EB-1A
EB-1A Dismissed — Research Scientist (2009): did not establish eligibility under the 'lesser nationally
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Decision Summary
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to establish eligibility under the 'lesser nationally or internationally recognized prizes or awards' criterion. The evidence submitted, including award certificates and articles, was found insufficient due to self-translations, a lack of independent verification of the awards' prestige, and incomplete or missing translations of supporting documents.
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Lesser Nationally Or Internationally Recognized Prizes Or Awards
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