Dismissed
EB-1A
EB-1A Dismissed — Scientific Research (2011): the director initially denied the petition, finding that
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Decision Summary
The director initially denied the petition, finding that the petitioner had not established extraordinary ability or submitted extensive documentation of sustained national or international acclaim. The AAO agreed with this assessment and dismissed the appeal, concluding that the petitioner did not meet the high standard required for this visa category.
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Receipt Of Lesser Nationally Or Internationally Recognized Prizes Or Awards Membership In Associations Which Require Outstanding Achievements Published Material About The Alien In Professional Or Major Trade Publications Participation As A Judge Of The Work Of Others Original Scientific, Scholarly, Artistic, Athletic, Or Business-Related Contributions Of Major Significance Authorship Of Scholarly Articles Display Of Work At Artistic Exhibitions Or Showcases Leading Or Critical Role For Distinguished Organizations High Salary Or Other Significantly High Remuneration Commercial Successes In The Performing Arts
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