dismissed
EB-1A
dismissed EB-1A Case: Research Scientist
Decision Summary
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to establish sustained national or international acclaim. The director and AAO concluded that the petitioner's research grants and fellowships did not qualify as prizes or awards for excellence. Furthermore, the petitioner did not demonstrate that his membership in professional associations required outstanding achievements as judged by national or international experts.
Criteria Discussed
Receipt Of Lesser Nationally Or Internationally Recognized Prizes Or Awards Membership In Associations Which Require Outstanding Achievements
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