Illustration of Soft Adhesion (IMAGE) University of Pittsburgh Caption Understanding roughness at such microscopic levels allowed researchers to understand the mechanics of how soft surfaces adhere to them. Credit University of Akron College of Polymer Science and Polymer Engineering 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.