Note: This story originally appeared on University of Utah’s Health website.

University of Utah Health researcher Wesley Sundquist, PhD, has been named one of TIME’s 100 most influential people in the world for his lab’s research leading to a highly effective drug that prevents HIV infections. The list recognizes the impact, innovation, and achievement of the world’s most influential individuals.

“Today, we recognize Dr. Sundquist for his work that began more than 20 years ago as a quest to understand the structure of HIV and has now led to a medication that could prevent the spread of HIV worldwide,” says Rachel Hess, MD, MS, Associate Vice President for Research at University of Utah Health. “This is an amazing example of fundamental research creating the environment to improve health around the globe.”

Click here to read U of U Health’s story on Dr. Sundquist’s being named one of TIME’s 100 most influential people in the world.