A New Source of Hydrocarbons (IMAGE) Iowa State University Caption Iowa State University researchers, left to right, Basil Nikolau and Jackie Shanks are working to develop new biological sources of petroleum for your car. Credit Bob Elbert/Iowa State University 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.