Dismissed
EB-2 NIW
EB-2 NIW Dismissed — Geology (2022): did not meet the second prong of the Dhanasar framework
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Decision Summary
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to meet the second prong of the Dhanasar framework. While her proposed endeavor in geology research was found to have substantial merit and national importance, the evidence was deemed insufficient to demonstrate that she was well positioned to advance it.
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Substantial Merit And National Importance Well Positioned To Advance The Proposed Endeavor Balance Test For Waiver
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