Dismissed
EB-2 NIW
EB-2 NIW Dismissed — Petroleum Engineering (2019): the petitioner failed to overcome the previous finding that
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Decision Summary
The motion was dismissed because the petitioner failed to overcome the previous finding that he did not meet the second prong of the Dhanasar framework. The new evidence, including publications and download counts, was deemed insufficient to demonstrate that he is well-positioned to advance his proposed endeavor, as it lacked proof of influence or utilization by others in the field. A self-compiled citation index was also dismissed for lacking corroborating evidence.
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Proposed Endeavor Has Substantial Merit And National Importance Well Positioned To Advance The Proposed Endeavor On Balance, Beneficial To The U.S. To Waive Job Offer
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