EB-1AChemistry and materialsIndividualDecided August 2024Dismissed
Outcome: Dismissed
AUG212024_01B2203
AwardsNot metFinal meritsNot met
Our summary
A chemistry professor seeks EB-1A extraordinary ability classification. Petitioner claimed satisfaction of multiple criteria including original contributions (criterion v) and two others (iv, vi). AAO affirmed director's finding that original contributions did not demonstrate major significance and that petitioner failed to meet three criteria required. Appeal dismissed; record does not support extraordinary ability standard.
Official PDF
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No criterion in the table was found met in this decision.
What was missing
- Awards · No one-time achievement of major, internationally recognized award established
- Final merits · Record does not demonstrate sustained national or international acclaim or that petitioner ranks in small percentage at top of field
Criteria
| Criterion | Reading | Why |
|---|---|---|
 Awards | Not met | No one-time achievement of major, internationally recognized award established |
 Final merits | Not met | Record does not demonstrate sustained national or international acclaim or that petitioner ranks in small percentage at top of field |
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