Sustained
EB-2 NIW
EB-2 NIW Sustained — Chemistry: the AAO found that the petitioner, a researcher in physical
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Decision Summary
The appeal was sustained because the AAO found that the petitioner, a researcher in physical and analytical chemistry, had established that a waiver of the job offer requirement was in the national interest. Evidence supporting this conclusion included numerous highly cited publications, media recognition of his research, and strong testimonials from prominent experts highlighting his pioneering work in heterogeneous catalysis and its importance to the U.S. petrochemical industry.
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Area Of Substantial Intrinsic Merit Proposed Benefit Is National In Scope Alien Will Serve The National Interest To A Substantially Greater Degree Than A U.S. Worker With The Same Minimum Qualifications
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