dismissed EB-1A Case: Semiconductor Metrology
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Decision Summary
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to demonstrate sustained national or international acclaim. The director found the evidence for the petitioner's 'Metrology Best Paper' award was insufficient, lacking documentation from the awarding entity about its selection criteria and stature. The AAO agreed, also noting inconsistencies in the record regarding the year the award was received, which the petitioner failed to resolve with objective evidence.
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