STIFF 2 (IMAGE) Rice University Caption A comparison of E. coli cultures on enteroids grown on a selection of surfaces shows hydrogels developed at Rice University are effective mimics of intestinal environments for lab experiments. Credit Rice University/Baylor College of Medicine 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.