Dismissed
EB-2 NIW
EB-2 NIW Dismissed — Astrophysics (2024): did not establish he is well positioned to advance his
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Decision Summary
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to establish that he is well positioned to advance his proposed endeavor. While the director agreed that the proposed research has substantial merit and national importance, the AAO affirmed the finding that the petitioner's record of success, progress, and generated interest were insufficient to meet the second prong of the Dhanasar framework.
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Substantial Merit And National Importance Well Positioned To Advance The Proposed Endeavor Balance Of Factors For Waiver
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