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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 medicineJun 2026Remanded
Biophysics researcher appealed USCIS EB-1A denial. USCIS found fewer than three criteria met. AAO held researcher met three initial criteria; USCIS underweighted original contributions evidence. Decision remanded for final merits determination on sustained acclaim at field's top.
3 of 4 criteria metRead → - EB-2 NIWLife sciences and medicineMay 2026Remanded
A scientist seeks EB-2 classification with national interest waiver to conduct immunology research targeting autoimmune diseases and cancer. Service center denied the waiver based on inadequate national importance. AAO remanded because service center failed to properly analyze the proposed endeavor's specifics, the petitioner's qualifications, and factors favoring waiver.
0 of 3 criteria metRead → - EB-1ALife sciences and medicineFeb 2026Remanded
Assistant professor and neurodegenerative disease researcher with fifteen years experience claiming extraordinary ability. Service center determination lacked reasoned explanation and contained factual inaccuracies regarding her qualifications and publication record. AAO remanded for service center to conduct full, properly reasoned review of all claimed criteria.
1 of 6 criteria metRead →