Outcome: Dismissed
FEB092026_01B5203
Our summary
A computer scientist with Ph.D. in STEM sought EB-2 national interest waiver for research endeavor. The AAO dismissed, finding he failed the second Dhanasar prong. Though his Ph.D. and publications were favorable factors, he lacked consistent independent research funding or demonstrated government interest to advance his proposed endeavor.
Official PDF
Official PDF ↗Published by USCIS. The summary is ours, in our own words; the decision text is on uscis.gov.
No criterion in the table was found met in this decision.
What was missing
- Well positioned · Lacks consistent independent research funding or government agency interest; limited citation impact
Criteria
| Criterion | Reading | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Not reached / not discussed | Decision does not reach first prong; focus shifted to second prong analysis | |
| Not met | Lacks consistent independent research funding or government agency interest; limited citation impact | |
| Not reached / not discussed | Second prong failed; third prong not reached per Bagamasbad doctrine |
A published decision describes one case. It is not legal advice and not a prediction for yours.
