Global Metabolomic Initiative (IMAGE) Washington University in St. Louis Caption A Global Metabolomic Initiative is undertaking meta-analyses of studies of bacteria, yeast, plants, animals and people in order to locate metabolites that are crucial to health and disease. Credit Patti/Suisdak Usage Restrictions Please credit 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.