“Pioneering the Future” digital collection celebrates scientists carrying on a tradition of excellence.
HIV
Explore U of U Health discoveries and innovations
HIV up close
An unprecedented view of the virus reveals essential steps for causing AIDS.
Brushes of greatness
The “Utah Women 2020” mural in downtown Salt Lake City, commemorating the 100-year anniversary of the 19th Amendment, features more than 250 women, including University of Utah alumni, faculty and staff.
Timeline of HIV/AIDS research and treatment in Utah
On the 30th anniversary of a landmark AIDS research bill, four U researchers reflect on the history of HIV/AIDS research and treatment in Utah.
Pioneering method reveals dynamic structure in HIV
The new technique can track molecules in real time, at room temperature, with impressive resolution.
Visualizing a virus
A look at how a virus and its molecules interact with human cells.
QUIET HEROES
During the 2018 Sundance Film Festival, a documentary will premiere depicting the courageous story of physician Kristen Reis, a retired U professor, and her partner (both in life and work) Maggie Snyder. “Quiet Heroes” depicts Reis’ selfless career as the first doctor in Utah to treat HIV/AIDS patients at a time when others cruelly turned them away.
NIPPING AIDS IN THE BUD
U researchers Saveez Saffarian and Mourad Bendjennat believe Protease might become a friend instead of foe in fighting HIV.
FURTHERING THE FIGHT AGAINST HIV
U alum Jacki Dover joins U.S. global HIV/AIDS response to help achieve sustainable control of the epidemic.
HISTORY OF HIV/AIDS IN UTAH
The work of Dr. Kristen Ries and her physician assistant Maggie Snyder — the first Utah health care providers to treat patients with HIV and AIDS in the 1980s — will be chronicled in new oral history and special collections project at the U.