Tim Lowenstein, Binghamton University (IMAGE) Binghamton University Caption Tim Lowenstein, professor of geological sciences and environmental studies at Binghamton University, recently revived ancient bacteria trapped for thousands of years in water droplets embedded in salt crystals. Credit Jonathan Cohen Usage Restrictions None License Licensed 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.