EB-1ALife sciences and medicineIndividualDecided 2009Dismissed
Outcome: Dismissed
Jun162009_03B2203
AwardsNot metMembershipNot metFinal meritsNot met
Our summary
Medical researcher sought extraordinary ability as alien of extraordinary ability. Failed to establish receipt of nationally recognized awards or membership requiring outstanding achievement. Did not meet three required criteria or demonstrate sustained acclaim at the very top level of the field.
Official PDF
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No criterion in the table was found met in this decision.
What was missing
- Awards · Excellent Paper Award; record does not establish relationship to nationally recognized scientific award
- Membership · No showing that association required outstanding achievement as essential condition for admission
- Final merits · Evidence does not demonstrate sustained national or international acclaim at very top of research field
Criteria
| Criterion | Reading | Why |
|---|---|---|
 Awards | Not met | Excellent Paper Award; record does not establish relationship to nationally recognized scientific award |
 Membership | Not met | No showing that association required outstanding achievement as essential condition for admission |
 Final merits | Not met | Evidence does not demonstrate sustained national or international acclaim at very top of research field |
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