EB-2 NIWChemistry and materialsIndividualDecided January 2024Dismissed
Outcome: Dismissed
JAN092024_06B5203
Merit and national importanceNot metWell positionedNot reached / not discussedBalance favors a waiverNot reached / not discussed
Our summary
Computational materials scientist sought NIW claiming work on quantum information science and functional materials. AAO dismissed appeal because petitioner failed to specify a concrete proposed endeavor as required under Dhanasar, despite notice and opportunity to clarify.
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
- Merit and national importance · Petitioner failed to identify specific proposed endeavor; only vague references to quantum information science and materials simulation without concrete details.
Criteria
| Criterion | Reading | Why |
|---|---|---|
 Merit and national importance | Not met | Petitioner failed to identify specific proposed endeavor; only vague references to quantum information science and materials simulation without concrete details. |
 Well positioned | Not reached / not discussed | Not reached because first prong failed; decision reserved this issue. |
 Balance favors a waiver | Not reached / not discussed | Not reached because first prong failed; decision reserved this issue. |
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