EB-2 NIWData science and analyticsIndividualDecided October 2024Dismissed
Outcome: Dismissed
OCT292024_02B5203
Merit and national importanceNot metWell positionedNot reached / not discussedBalance favors a waiverNot reached / not discussed
Our summary
Data analyst sought NIW claiming proposed endeavor in predictive analytics with vague research spanning fraud detection, healthcare, cybersecurity, and other areas. AAO dismissed, finding petitioner failed to articulate specific endeavor clearly or demonstrate national importance. Nebulous future research plans insufficient.
Official PDF
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No criterion in the table was found met in this decision.
What was missing
- Merit and national importance · Petitioner failed to clearly describe specific proposed endeavor; vague research plans and inconsistent descriptions across filings; no demonstration of broader field impact or substantial economic effects.
Criteria
| Criterion | Reading | Why |
|---|---|---|
 Merit and national importance | Not met | Petitioner failed to clearly describe specific proposed endeavor; vague research plans and inconsistent descriptions across filings; no demonstration of broader field impact or substantial economic effects. |
 Well positioned | Not reached / not discussed | First prong failure made remaining prongs analysis unnecessary; reserved by decision. |
 Balance favors a waiver | Not reached / not discussed | First prong failure made remaining prongs analysis unnecessary; reserved by decision. |
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