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O-1A Independent Reference Letter for Scientist

Updated: Author: Alina Kanametova

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Sample O-1 reference letter #3 from a DIY filing kit: a third 3-page variant of the supporting letter a recommender signs for the petition.

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About this document

A sample independent reference letter supporting an O-1A petition for a scientist in bionic engineering and robotics. It states the writer's credentials, describes the field and professional association, and argues the applicant's extraordinary ability through publications, judging, leadership, and awards.

Key points

  • Independent reference letter for an O-1A petition in science and education.
  • Writer says he is a professor and president of a bionic engineering association.
  • The association is described as a major exclusive group founded in 1972.
  • It says the applicant has more than 20 articles and several scholarly books.
  • The applicant is said to serve as judge or panelist for others' work.
  • The letter cites a leading role in a flexology organization and more than 5 awards.
  • It concludes that the applicant would be an asset to the employer and to the United States.

What is inside

  1. Addressee and O-1A reference line
  2. Writer credentials and association background
  3. Assessment of the applicant's research and publications
  4. Judging, leadership, and awards
  5. Final recommendation and contact line

When it helps

This serves as an expert support letter for an O-1A record. Its content is aimed at showing extraordinary ability through independent endorsement, publications, judging, leadership, and prizes.

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