Published AAO appeal decisions

A mechanical engineer and researcher with doctorate pursuing research on electric motor efficiency and AI integration. The AAO found the first prong met as the research addresses critical emerging technologies, but dismissed because petitioner failed to demonstrate institutional interest or funding securing his well-positioning to advance the research.

Electrical and computer engineering researcher with master's degree sought EB-2 classification and national interest waiver. AAO found the proposed research endeavor has national importance but dismissed appeal because petitioner failed to demonstrate being well-positioned to advance it.

An electrical engineer sought a national interest waiver for renewable energy work. The AAO found his proposed endeavor had substantial merit and national importance, he was well positioned to advance it with relevant experience and credentials, and on balance a waiver would benefit the United States in critical energy technology.

Technology company petitioned for embedded systems architect with advanced degree; sought NIW for EB-2. AAO sustained appeal, finding proposed endeavor in motor controls and EV charging has national importance, beneficiary well-positioned to advance it, and waiver benefits the US based on track record and critical STEM contributions.