EB-1ALife sciences and medicineIndividualDecided July 2026Dismissed
Outcome: Dismissed
JUL142026_01B2203
Original contributionsMetFinal meritsNot met
Our summary
A biomedical and genetics researcher appealed denial of EB-1A petition. The AAO found she met the original contributions criterion by demonstrating significant roles in major research projects. However, the AAO dismissed the appeal because her overall record did not establish the sustained acclaim required for extraordinary ability classification.
Official PDF
Official PDF ↗Published by USCIS. The summary is ours, in our own words; the decision text is on uscis.gov.
What the AAO accepted
- Original contributions · Petitioner made significant contributions to major research projects in RNA biology and genetics field.
What was missing
- Final merits · Evidence does not demonstrate sustained national or international acclaim placing petitioner among small percentage at field's top.
Criteria
| Criterion | Reading | Why |
|---|---|---|
 Original contributions | Met | Petitioner made significant contributions to major research projects in RNA biology and genetics field. |
 Final merits | Not met | Evidence does not demonstrate sustained national or international acclaim placing petitioner among small percentage at field's top. |
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