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Published AAO appeal decisions
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- EB-1ABiotech and pharmaDec 2019Dismissed
A postdoctoral researcher in biomedical engineering working on gene therapy sought EB-1A extraordinary ability. The AAO confirmed two criteria met: judging and scholarly articles. The petitioner's claimed original contributions in gene therapy delivery were rejected as lacking evidence of major significance or field impact, failing the threshold of three criteria.
2 of 4 criteria metRead → - EB-1ABiotech and pharma2019Sustained
A senior director in project management for a pharmaceutical company met three required criteria: judging, scholarly articles, and high salary. The AAO affirmed on final merits that his sustained international acclaim, conference presentations, R&D facility design, and field recognition demonstrate he is among the very top.
4 of 11 criteria metRead →