EB-1APhysics and astronomyIndividualDecided 2005Dismissed
Outcome: Dismissed
AUG122005_01B2203
JudgingMetAwardsNot metMembershipNot metFinal meritsNot met
Our summary
An assistant research professor claiming extraordinary ability in sciences submitted evidence of research grants, IEEE membership, and peer review duties. AAO found only one criterion minimally met and dismissed appeal, concluding applicant showed talent but lacked sustained top-tier national or international acclaim.
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What the AAO accepted
- Judging · Peer review for multiple entities recognized as meeting criterion, though evidence only minimally serves to demonstrate sustained national or international acclaim
What was missing
- Awards · Scholarships and NSF grant not demonstrated as major internationally recognized awards; academic awards insufficient for criterion
- Membership · IEEE membership does not require outstanding achievement; routine professional membership does not satisfy criterion
- Final merits · Evidence does not demonstrate sustained national or international acclaim or place among small percentage at very top of sciences field
Criteria
| Criterion | Reading | Why |
|---|---|---|
 Judging | Met | Peer review for multiple entities recognized as meeting criterion, though evidence only minimally serves to demonstrate sustained national or international acclaim |
 Awards | Not met | Scholarships and NSF grant not demonstrated as major internationally recognized awards; academic awards insufficient for criterion |
 Membership | Not met | IEEE membership does not require outstanding achievement; routine professional membership does not satisfy criterion |
 Final merits | Not met | Evidence does not demonstrate sustained national or international acclaim or place among small percentage at very top of sciences field |
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