dismissed EB-2 NIW Case: Geology And Environmental Science
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Decision Summary
The motion to reopen and reconsider was dismissed because the petitioner failed to satisfy the 'national importance' requirement of the first prong of the Dhanasar framework. The petitioner did not sufficiently identify or provide consistent evidence regarding his proposed endeavor, failing to show how his research or teaching in geology and environmental sciences would have broader implications beyond his immediate students or institution.
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