CRC1182 Model Organisms (IMAGE) Kiel University Caption The Kiel based researchers compared the microbiome data of many different model organisms -- from simple sponges to vertebrates including humans. Credit © Science Communication Lab 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.