Dismissed
EB-2 NIW
EB-2 NIW Dismissed — Epidemiology (2025): did not establish his proposed endeavor has national
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Decision Summary
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to establish that his proposed endeavor has national importance under the Dhanasar framework. The AAO found the petitioner's plan to serve as a Physician-Scientist was too general, lacking specific details about his research, methodology, or potential employers to demonstrate broader implications. The decision also states the record did not support the conclusion that the petitioner was well-positioned to advance the endeavor.
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Substantial Merit And National Importance Well-Positioned To Advance The Proposed Endeavor Balance Of Factors (Benefit To The U.S.) Exceptional Ability
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