A psychology professor with Ph.D. sought EB-2 national interest waiver for research on data science and ecological threats. AAO found proposed research has substantial merit and national importance but determined petitioner lacks evidence of being well-positioned to advance endeavor; appeal dismissed.

A forecasting and data analysis researcher sought a national interest waiver for EB-2 classification. The AAO dismissed, finding the first Dhanasar prong met but the second and third prongs unmet: insufficient evidence of being well-positioned to advance the endeavor and that a waiver would benefit the United States.

Biocompatibility material scientist with Ph.D. seeking EB-2 classification and national interest waiver. Petitioner demonstrated all three Dhanasar prongs: proposed wound care research has national importance, petitioner is well-positioned with advanced degrees and expertise, and waiver benefits U.S. interests. Appeal sustained.

Self-petitioner quality assurance officer sought EB-2 NIW for healthcare quality improvement work in United States. AAO dismissed appeal because proposed endeavor was vague, lacking specific plans or probative evidence of national importance; letters of support did not adequately detail the specific work or its impact on the healthcare field.