Schematic of Slippery Surface (IMAGE) Harvard University Caption This is an illustration showing a schematic of slippery surface and its characteristics of repelling many fluids present on the earth (as symbolized by the earth reflected on the liquid drop). Credit Courtesy of James C. Weaver and Peter Allen. 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.