EB-1AComputer science and AIIndividualDecided 2016Dismissed
Outcome: Dismissed
JAN082016_01B2203
High salaryMetLeading or critical roleMetAwardsNot metMembershipNot metOriginal contributionsNot metFinal meritsNot reached / not discussed
Our summary
Computer and systems engineer claimed extraordinary ability. Met two of ten criteria: leading or critical role and high salary. Did not meet three criteria threshold required for initial evidence. Appeal dismissed because petitioner failed to satisfy evidentiary requirements.
Official PDF
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What the AAO accepted
- High salary · Director found high salary in relation to others in field
- Leading or critical role · Petitioner demonstrated leading or critical role for employer
What was missing
- Awards · No major internationally recognized award at Nobel Prize level demonstrated
- Membership · Associations do not require outstanding achievements judged by experts
- Original contributions · Patent application alone does not establish major significance beyond employer
Criteria
| Criterion | Reading | Why |
|---|---|---|
 High salary | Met | Director found high salary in relation to others in field |
 Leading or critical role | Met | Petitioner demonstrated leading or critical role for employer |
 Awards | Not met | No major internationally recognized award at Nobel Prize level demonstrated |
 Membership | Not met | Associations do not require outstanding achievements judged by experts |
 Original contributions | Not met | Patent application alone does not establish major significance beyond employer |
 Final merits | Not reached / not discussed | Failed to meet three criteria threshold; final merits not reached |
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