The enhanced levels of biodiversity along slopes are possibly a source for biodiversity for deeper basins and shelves, through radiation and dispersal processes closely coupled with benthic topography and the hydrodynamic, physical, and biogeochemical characteristics of the deep sea.
The geographic distribution of species has been considered an important source for documenting and conserving biodiversity [1].
With its rich cultural heritage and biodiversity, traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) has potential as a source for the discovery of structurally novel bioactive compounds.
Biodiversity resources and traditional medicines serve as a major source for lead compound identification for firms in the emerging markets.
The biodiversity present in countries like Brazil represents a potentially important source for development of new analgesic compounds [ 1].
These areas provide important pockets for biodiversity conservation within agricultural landscapes, while also serving as a source for non-timber forest products.
A bag of parsnips with the story on the back of organic English parsnips as grown by Andrew Nottage, who has won community awards for biodiversity, is sourced in Scotland.
These varied forms of evolution constitute important sources for marine biodiversity (Briggs, 2006).
To conclude, islands, including the West Indies, might be significant sources of biodiversity for continents, and we emphasize the importance of considering reverse colonisation for interpreting biogeographic patterns.
