Biomedical scientist sought EB-2 with national interest waiver for genetic research on medical conditions. AAO found petitioner failed to establish advanced degree eligibility due to translation deficiencies and did not demonstrate national importance of proposed endeavor, lacking specific prospective impact evidence.

Self-petitioner proposes special education business for children, claims EB-2 advanced degree professional eligibility and national interest waiver. AAO affirmed denial, finding petitioner lacks required five years post-baccalaureate experience in specialty and therefore fails underlying EB-2 qualification, making NIW analysis unnecessary.

An assistant professor of sociology seeking EB-2 with NIW claimed her research on criminal justice reform technology has national importance. The AAO found her endeavor has substantial merit but lacks the specific prospective national impact required under Dhanasar, dismissing the appeal.

A technician sought EB-2 classification with a national interest waiver, claiming exceptional ability. The AAO found the petitioner failed to submit required initial evidence for EB-2 qualification and did not establish exceptional ability. Because EB-2 eligibility was not shown, the NIW analysis was not reached.