EB-1ALife sciences and medicineIndividualDecided 2009Dismissed
Outcome: Dismissed
Jan082009_03B2203
Original contributionsNot metScholarly articlesNot metFinal meritsNot met
Our summary
Researcher in zoology and behavioral therapy sought EB-1A classification. Petitioner claimed original contributions and scholarly articles but provided only a recommendation letter stating her analysis was thorough and a lecture synopsis with no publication evidence. AAO found insufficient documentation of sustained acclaim and dismissed the appeal.
Official PDF
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No criterion in the table was found met in this decision.
What was missing
- Original contributions · Recommendation letter states work meets expected purpose of research, not major contributions.
- Scholarly articles · Lecture synopsis submitted but no evidence of publication in professional journals.
- Final merits · Petitioner failed to establish sustained national or international acclaim at top of field.
Criteria
| Criterion | Reading | Why |
|---|---|---|
 Original contributions | Not met | Recommendation letter states work meets expected purpose of research, not major contributions. |
 Scholarly articles | Not met | Lecture synopsis submitted but no evidence of publication in professional journals. |
 Final merits | Not met | Petitioner failed to establish sustained national or international acclaim at top of field. |
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