Algae-Based-Flip-Flops (IMAGE) University of California - San Diego Caption Commerical-quality biodegradable flip-flops. Credit Photo courtesy of Stephen Mayfield, UC San Diego. Usage Restrictions Image must be used in conjunction with UC San Diego study on renewable flip-flops. 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.