EB-1AEducation and academiaIndividualDecided September 2021Dismissed
Outcome: Dismissed
SEP232021_01B2203
Published materialNot metLeading or critical roleClaimed, not analyzedOriginal contributionsClaimed, not analyzedFinal meritsNot met
Our summary
Ecology thought leader and activist claimed extraordinary ability through published material, original contributions, and leading critical role. AAO found published material criterion not met due to translation issues and publications not qualifying as major media. Without three criteria met, petitioner failed initial evidence requirement and lacked demonstrated sustained acclaim.
Official PDF
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No criterion in the table was found met in this decision.
What was missing
- Published material · Articles in Argentine publications lacked proper translations and did not qualify as major media
- Final merits · Record does not establish sustained national or international acclaim at top of field
Criteria
| Criterion | Reading | Why |
|---|---|---|
 Published material | Not met | Articles in Argentine publications lacked proper translations and did not qualify as major media |
 Leading or critical role | Claimed, not analyzed | Claimed but not analyzed in decision |
 Original contributions | Claimed, not analyzed | Claimed but not analyzed in decision |
 Final merits | Not met | Record does not establish sustained national or international acclaim at top of field |
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