Dismissed
EB-1A
EB-1A Dismissed — Sciences (2011): did not establish extraordinary ability through extensive
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Decision Summary
The appeal was dismissed because the director determined the petitioner failed to establish the requisite extraordinary ability through extensive documentation and sustained national or international acclaim. The AAO upheld this decision, concluding that the petitioner did not meet the very high benchmark required for this classification, which is reserved for the small percentage of individuals who have risen to the very top of their field.
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Receipt Of Lesser Nationally Or Internationally Recognized Prizes Or Awards Membership In Associations Published Material About The Alien Participation As A Judge Of The Work Of Others Original Scientific, Scholarly, Artistic, Athletic, Or Business-Related Contributions Authorship Of Scholarly Articles Display Of The Alien'S Work At Artistic Exhibitions Or Showcases Leading Or Critical Role High Salary Or Other Significantly High Remuneration Commercial Successes In The Performing Arts
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