researchers (IMAGE) Rice University Caption Elena Musteata (left) and Samira Aghlara-Fotovat are first authors on a study published in Biomaterials. Credit (Photo by Jeff Fitlow/Rice University) Usage Restrictions Must credit Jeff Fitlow/Rice University. License Original content Disclaimer: AAAS and EurekAlert! are not responsible for the accuracy of news releases posted to EurekAlert! by contributing institutions or for the use of any information through the EurekAlert system.