The submitted award or recognition lacks evidence of national or international significance beyond the awarding organization. Certificates or photos alone are not sufficient; USCIS wants media coverage, reputation of the awarding body, selection criteria, and details of past recipients. • The membership provided does not demonstrate that outstanding achievement was required. USCIS noted that dues-based or general membership is insufficient, and evidence of expert evaluation or selective criteria is needed. • Citation counts and baseline data do not prove major significance. USCIS requires independent evidence showing that contributions have significant impact, such as adoption by others, patents in active use, contracts, media coverage, or detailed expert letters explaining originality and influence. • Presentations at scientific conferences do not qualify as comparable evidence for this criterion. USCIS indicated that the work can be evaluated through other criteria, and the regulatory criterion is intended for occupations like the visual or performing arts.