EB-2 NIWComputer science and AIIndividualDecided June 2025Dismissed
Outcome: Dismissed
JUN232025_01B5203
Merit and national importanceNot metWell positionedNot reached / not discussedBalance favors a waiverNot reached / not discussed
Our summary
A machine learning research scientist sought EB-2 with national interest waiver. The AAO found him qualified as an advanced degree holder with substantial merit work, but dismissed the appeal because his specific proposed endeavor lacked proven national importance despite citations and research funding.
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 · Proposed machine learning research endeavor lacks demonstrated national importance beyond field.
Criteria
| Criterion | Reading | Why |
|---|---|---|
 Merit and national importance | Not met | Proposed machine learning research endeavor lacks demonstrated national importance beyond field. |
 Well positioned | Not reached / not discussed | Not reached because petitioner failed first Dhanasar prong on national importance. |
 Balance favors a waiver | Not reached / not discussed | Not reached because petitioner failed first Dhanasar prong on national importance. |
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