dismissed
EB-2 NIW
dismissed EB-2 NIW Case: Environmental Science
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Decision Summary
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to establish she was well-positioned to advance her proposed endeavor. Although her work had merit, the AAO found that the evidence, including recommendation letters and a low number of citations, did not demonstrate a sufficient record of success or significant interest from others in her field to satisfy the second prong of the Dhanasar framework.
Criteria Discussed
Proposed Endeavor Has Substantial Merit And National Importance Well-Positioned To Advance The Proposed Endeavor On Balance, Waiving The Job Offer Requirement Would Benefit The United States
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