Dismissed
EB-2 NIW
EB-2 NIW Dismissed — Epidemiology (2019): the motion to reopen and reconsider was dismissed because
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Decision Summary
The motion to reopen and reconsider was dismissed because the petitioner did not demonstrate that the prior decision was based on an incorrect application of law. Furthermore, the new evidence submitted, including recent publications and a low citation count, was deemed insufficient to prove the petitioner was well positioned to advance her proposed endeavor under 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 Ineffective Assistance Of Counsel (Lozada)
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