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Meet the Team

 

About Us

 

Contact Us

Kelly Hall
2101 Sun Bowl Drive
500 W University Ave (general address)
El Paso, TX 79968

  pave@utep.edu 

PAVE Team

Maryel Lopez

Maryel Lopez

Senior Coordinator

Kelly Hall, Rm. 407

 

Coming Soon

KARLA GALVAN, M.S.

Senior Coordinator

Kelly Hall, Rm. 407

About PAVE

The Post-Approval Verification & Education (PAVE) program is responsible for conducting post-approval evaluations of active committee-approved research protocols. These evaluations are designed to be collaborative and educational—never punitive—with the goal of confirming that research activities remain consistent with what was approved. When needed, the program provides constructive feedback and connects research teams with relevant resources to support compliance and improve operational practices.

Key Features of the Post-Approval Evaluation Process

  • A collaborative, and educational approach
  • Confirmation of alignment between research activities and approved protocols
  • Constructive feedback tailored to your specific study
  • Follow-up support and practical resources for continuous improvement

As part of its post-approval education component, the PAVE Program offers tailored training, guidance, and practical tools to support researchers in understanding and meeting regulatory requirements throughout the life of their studies. Educational efforts are designed to address common compliance challenges, clarify expectations, and empower investigators and their teams to engage in responsible and effective research practices.