Sustained
EB-2 NIW
EB-2 NIW Sustained — Biochemistry (2023): the AAO found that the petitioner, contrary to the
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Decision Summary
The appeal was sustained because the AAO found that the petitioner, contrary to the Director's initial finding, was well-positioned to advance their proposed endeavor in biochemistry. The decision was based on the petitioner's advanced degree, significant publications and citations, roles in government-funded research projects, a patent, and strong support from independent experts, thus satisfying all three prongs of the Dhanasar framework.
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Substantial Merit And National Importance Well-Positioned To Advance The Proposed Endeavor On Balance, A Waiver Would Be Beneficial To The United States
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