dismissed
EB-2 NIW
dismissed EB-2 NIW Case: Neuroscience
Decision Summary
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to establish they would serve the national interest to a substantially greater degree than a U.S. worker with the same minimum qualifications. The AAO found that the submitted evidence, primarily recommendation letters from a narrow geographic area (Massachusetts), was insufficient to support the claim of a global reputation and widespread impact.
Criteria Discussed
Substantial Intrinsic Merit National In Scope Substantially Greater Benefit Than A U.S. Worker
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