Dismissed
EB-2 NIW
EB-2 NIW Dismissed — Obstetrics And Gynecology (2023): did not meet the second prong of the Dhanasar framework, as
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Decision Summary
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to meet the second prong of the Dhanasar framework, as the record was insufficient to demonstrate she was well-positioned to advance her proposed research. Although her research endeavor had national importance, her teaching activities were found to lack the necessary broader impact.
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Substantial Merit And National Importance Well-Positioned To Advance The Proposed Endeavor Balance Of Factors
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