EB-2 NIWChemistry and materialsIndividualDecided April 2021Dismissed
Outcome: Dismissed
APR282021_01B5203
Merit and national importanceNot metWell positionedNot reached / not discussedBalance favors a waiverNot reached / not discussed
Our summary
Analytical chemist holding advanced degree sought national interest waiver for chemical sensor research. AAO dismissed, finding petitioner relied on past research but did not establish sufficient prospective impact or national importance for revised proposed endeavors involving new research directions.
Official PDF
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No criterion in the table was found met in this decision.
What was missing
- Merit and national importance · Past research cited but prospective impact of revised proposed endeavor not shown to reach national importance level
Criteria
| Criterion | Reading | Why |
|---|---|---|
 Merit and national importance | Not met | Past research cited but prospective impact of revised proposed endeavor not shown to reach national importance level |
 Well positioned | Not reached / not discussed | First prong failed; second prong not reached |
 Balance favors a waiver | Not reached / not discussed | First prong failed; third prong not reached |
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