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Published AAO appeal decisions
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2005-2026
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Aug 31, 2026
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- O-1AChemistry and materialsMar 2020Dismissed
Dismissed · 5 criteria reviewed0 of 5 criteria metRead → - EB-1AChemistry and materialsJan 2020Dismissed
Postdoctoral materials chemist claiming extraordinary ability in sciences. Met two criteria: judging and scholarly articles. On appeal claimed original contributions of major significance based on citation metrics. AAO dismissed, finding citation counts insufficient without demonstrating field impact, and overall record lacks evidence of sustained national acclaim or top-tier status.
2 of 5 criteria metRead → - EB-1AChemistry and materials2020Dismissed
Assistant professor of chemistry sought extraordinary ability classification. Claimed five criteria; two met (judging, scholarly articles). AAO affirmed denial because petitioner failed to meet three-criterion threshold and lacked evidence of sustained national or international acclaim or elite standing in chemistry.
2 of 6 criteria metRead →