researchers (IMAGE) Rice University Caption Rice University research scientist Anand Puthirath (left) and Ph.D. candidate Sreehari Saju with a piece of glass treated with a newly developed salted polymer blend system with outstanding thermochromic properties. 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.