dismissed EB-1A Case: Research Scientist
Decision Summary
The appeal was dismissed because the evidence provided did not meet the claimed criteria for extraordinary ability. The petitioner's academic fellowships and postdoctoral position were not considered nationally or internationally recognized awards for excellence, but rather training and employment opportunities. Furthermore, his membership in the American Chemical Society was found not to require outstanding achievements, as it is a large professional organization with standard entry requirements.
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