In the Lab (IMAGE) University at Buffalo Caption UB researchers Anjula Kosswattaarachchi (left), a Ph.D. student in chemistry, and Timothy Cook, an assistant professor of chemistry, are exploring whether methylene blue -- a fabric dye and industrial pollutant -- can be repurposed in liquid-based batteries. Credit Credit: Meredith Forrest Kulwicki/University at Buffalo Usage Restrictions This image may only be used with news reports discussing the research described in the associated press release. 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.