EB-1AElectrical and electronic engineeringEmployerDecided 2007Sustained
Outcome: Sustained
Feb212007_01B2203
Leading or critical roleMetOriginal contributionsMetScholarly articlesMetFinal meritsMet
Our summary
An electrical engineer petitioned for EB-1A extraordinary ability in sciences. The AAO sustained the appeal, finding petitioner met three regulatory criteria through invention of significant microwave technology, substantial publications, and important contributions to the research field, demonstrating sustained acclaim.
Official PDF
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What the AAO accepted
- Leading or critical role · Contributions important to research institutions and throughout broader field
- Original contributions · Invention of Defected Ground Structure technology with full theory and practical design tools recognized in microwave community
- Scholarly articles · Substantial publication record in field demonstrates sustained acclaim
- Final merits · Totality of evidence establishes pattern of sustained national and international acclaim; petitioner seeks to continue work in same field with prospective benefit to United States
What was missing
Every criterion in the table was found met.
Criteria
| Criterion | Reading | Why |
|---|---|---|
 Leading or critical role | Met | Contributions important to research institutions and throughout broader field |
 Original contributions | Met | Invention of Defected Ground Structure technology with full theory and practical design tools recognized in microwave community |
 Scholarly articles | Met | Substantial publication record in field demonstrates sustained acclaim |
 Final merits | Met | Totality of evidence establishes pattern of sustained national and international acclaim; petitioner seeks to continue work in same field with prospective benefit to United States |
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