EB-1AComputer science and AIIndividualDecided August 2023Sustained
Outcome: Sustained
AUG142023_01B2203
Leading or critical roleMetOriginal contributionsMetPublished materialMetAwardsNot metFinal meritsMet
Our summary
Technology engineer and entrepreneur seeking EB-1A classification claimed published material, original contributions, and leading roles at distinguished companies. AAO found three criteria met and confirmed sustained national and international acclaim and recognition, placing petitioner in small percentage at top of field.
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What the AAO accepted
- Leading or critical role · Led and held critical roles at distinguished technology companies with strong evidence
- Original contributions · Original contributions of major significance to technology field demonstrated
- Published material · Published material about petitioner in professional and major media outlets
- Final merits · Totality of evidence confirms expertise at very top of field with sustained acclaim
What was missing
- Awards · No major internationally recognized award indicated or shown
Criteria
| Criterion | Reading | Why |
|---|---|---|
 Leading or critical role | Met | Led and held critical roles at distinguished technology companies with strong evidence |
 Original contributions | Met | Original contributions of major significance to technology field demonstrated |
 Published material | Met | Published material about petitioner in professional and major media outlets |
 Awards | Not met | No major internationally recognized award indicated or shown |
 Final merits | Met | Totality of evidence confirms expertise at very top of field with sustained acclaim |
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