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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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- EB-1ALife sciences and medicine2006Dismissed
Research scientist sought EB-1A extraordinary ability classification in sciences. Claimed awards, membership, published material, judging, original contributions, and scholarly articles. AAO found only scholarly articles criterion met; evidence insufficient to demonstrate sustained national acclaim or place among top percentile required for final merits step.
1 of 7 criteria metRead → - EB-1ALife sciences and medicine2006Dismissed
Dermatologist and ophthalmologist researcher claimed extraordinary ability through five criteria including publications and original contributions to treatment innovations. AAO found only one criterion met and held evidence insufficient for sustained acclaim, dismissing petition.
1 of 6 criteria metRead → - EB-1ALife sciences and medicine2006Dismissed
Research assistant professor in neuroscience sought EB-1A extraordinary ability. Claimed awards, membership, published material, scholarly articles, and original contributions. AAO rejected all criteria, finding provincial awards, unsubstantiated membership, and publication record insufficient for national or international acclaim, dismissing appeal.
0 of 6 criteria metRead →