Escherichia coli (IMAGE) Center for Genomic Regulation Caption Colourised scanning electron micrograph of Escherichia coli, grown in culture and adhered to a cover slip. Credit NIAID Usage Restrictions Credit must be given to the creator. License CC BY 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.