EB-1AChemistry and materialsIndividualDecided 2019Dismissed
Outcome: Dismissed
JUL172019_01B2203
JudgingMetScholarly articlesMetOriginal contributionsNot metFinal meritsNot met
Our summary
Researcher in nanostructure materials and electrochemistry with PhD claimed extraordinary ability. Met judging and scholarly articles criteria but failed original contributions of major significance. Citation metrics and reference letters did not establish major significance. AAO affirmed lack of sustained acclaim required for extraordinary ability classification.
Official PDF
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What the AAO accepted
- Judging · Director found petitioner met participation as judge criterion; record supports.
- Scholarly articles · Published in Nano Energy and Nature Energy; Director finding supported by record.
What was missing
- Original contributions · Citation rankings and reference letters insufficient; impact does not rise to major significance.
- Final merits · Record does not demonstrate sustained national or international acclaim or top-tier status.
Criteria
| Criterion | Reading | Why |
|---|---|---|
 Judging | Met | Director found petitioner met participation as judge criterion; record supports. |
 Scholarly articles | Met | Published in Nano Energy and Nature Energy; Director finding supported by record. |
 Original contributions | Not met | Citation rankings and reference letters insufficient; impact does not rise to major significance. |
 Final merits | Not met | Record does not demonstrate sustained national or international acclaim or top-tier status. |
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