dismissed O-1A Case: Epidemiology
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Decision Summary
The appeal was dismissed because the petitioner failed to establish that the beneficiary qualifies as an alien of extraordinary ability. The AAO found that the beneficiary's academic awards and teaching awards did not meet the standard for nationally or internationally recognized prizes, and membership in professional associations did not require outstanding achievements. The petitioner failed to provide sufficient evidence to satisfy at least three of the required evidentiary criteria.
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