dismissed
EB-1B
dismissed EB-1B Case: Ophthalmology
Decision Summary
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to demonstrate that the beneficiary met the criteria for an outstanding researcher. The evidence, including a research grant for junior investigators and a travel stipend, was not considered to be major awards for past achievement. Additionally, membership in the submitted association did not require outstanding achievements, and citations were not considered published material about the beneficiary's work.
Criteria Discussed
Receipt Of Major Prizes Or Awards Membership In Associations Requiring Outstanding Achievement Published Material By Others About The Alien'S Work Judging The Work Of Others
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