Sustained EB-2 NIW

EB-2 NIW Sustained โ€” Agricultural Science (2020): the Director mischaracterized the beneficiary's proposed

๐Ÿ“… 2020-12-28 ๐Ÿ‘ค Organization ๐Ÿ“‚ Agricultural Science

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Decision Summary

The appeal was sustained because the Director mischaracterized the beneficiary's proposed endeavor. The Director incorrectly focused on the beneficiary's teaching duties as an assistant professor, rather than his research in agricultural soil science. The AAO found that the petitioner provided sufficient evidence that this research has national importance, as it aims to curb greenhouse gas emissions and improve soil fertility.

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Criteria Discussed

Substantial Merit And National Importance Well Positioned To Advance The Proposed Endeavor On Balance, It Would Be Beneficial To The U.S. To Waive The Job Offer Requirement
๐Ÿ“„ Original decision (USCIS PDF)

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