Dismissed
EB-2 NIW
EB-2 NIW Dismissed — Quantum Mathematics (2024): did not meet the first prong of the Dhanasar framework,
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Decision Summary
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to meet the first prong of the Dhanasar framework, which requires demonstrating the proposed endeavor has both substantial merit and national importance. The AAO found that while the petitioner's field is significant, the record lacked specific details about the petitioner's own research plans and how his work would concretely impact the field, offering only broad statements and general information.
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Substantial Merit And National Importance Well-Positioned To Advance The Endeavor Balance Of Factors Favors A Waiver
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