Mechanisms of Layered BP Toxicity (IMAGE) University of Massachusetts Amherst Caption A schematic diagram illustrating mechanisms of BP toxicity, which include disruption of cell membrane integrity related to layered BP particle size and generation of reactive oxygen species. Baoshan Xing at UMass Amherst, with colleagues in China, report the findings in a cover story in Small. Credit UMass Amherst/Baoshan Xing 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.