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O-1A reference letter sample for a scientist

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Sample O-1 reference letter #1 from a DIY filing kit: 3 pages showing the tone, structure and content of a strong supporting letter.

O-1 EB-1A EB-2 NIW

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A sample support letter for an O-1A petition in science and education. It argues that the applicant meets the extraordinary ability standard by describing research in immunoelectron microscopy, society memberships, a grant, and a planned role at a university laboratory. It ends with a direct request to approve the classification.

Key points

  • Addresses an I-129 petition for O-1A classification in science and education.
  • States the applicant is one of the small percentage at the top of the field.
  • Says the applicant was recruited for specialized immunoelectron microscopy expertise.
  • Mentions a biosciences fellowship awarded in 2019.
  • Notes membership in the American Society for Neuroscience and the Microscopy Society of America.
  • Refers to an NIH grant for research on brain nerve cells.
  • Describes planned work on how brain nerve cells control blood flow to the brain.
  • Argues the work may help understand and treat epilepsy and stroke.

When it helps

This serves as a reference letter for an O-1A petition. It supports the extraordinary ability claim with field specialization, honors, memberships, a grant, and a planned research role.

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