Clinical Research Education Series (CRES) | “From Submission to Approval: Updated ARAF Process Overview"

November 26, 2025

This presentation will provide a brief overview and discuss the updates in the Administrative Review Application Form "ARAF" submission process. We will discuss and provide clarity on how to begin and complete an "ARAF", identify sections of the ARAF form, highlight necessary supporting documents, and review additional helpful information! 

 

Target Audience

Employees at Houston Methodist Hospital Research Institute 

Learning Objectives

Participant Learning Outcomes:

    • Learn how to begin and complete an "ARAF".
    • Identify sections of the ARAF form
    • Discuss Supporting documents required for submission
    • Learn how to ensure accuracy and completeness before submission to avoid delays in review.

 

 

Course summary
Available credit: 
  • 1.00 Attendance
Course opens: 
11/06/2025
Course expires: 
11/27/2025
Event starts: 
11/26/2025 - 12:00pm CST
Event ends: 
11/26/2025 - 1:00pm CST
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Virtual Meeting
Houston, TX
United States

Virtual - ZOOM link with be provided to the registered participants.

Presenter(s) Info:

 Ariana Rojas Lopez, CCRP

1.00 Attendance

Available Credit

  • 1.00 Attendance
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