EB-2 NIWLife sciences and medicineIndividualDecided March 2025Dismissed
Outcome: Dismissed
MAR182025_03B5203
Merit and national importanceNot metWell positionedNot reached / not discussedBalance favors a waiverNot reached / not discussed
Our summary
Forensic DNA technologist seeking EB-2 with national interest waiver. Petitioner claimed her work aligns with Justice for All Act and addresses DNA testing availability. AAO found the specific proposed endeavor lacks national importance because it extends only to employer's clients and courtroom testimony, not her field broadly.
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 endeavor in forensic DNA testing lacks national or global implications beyond employer's clients and individual trials.
Criteria
| Criterion | Reading | Why |
|---|---|---|
 Merit and national importance | Not met | Proposed endeavor in forensic DNA testing lacks national or global implications beyond employer's clients and individual trials. |
 Well positioned | Not reached / not discussed | First prong failed; second prong not reached. |
 Balance favors a waiver | Not reached / not discussed | First prong failed; third prong not reached. |
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