«Given the likelihood that the California sea lion population is approaching carrying capacity, density - dependent effects such as food limitation (and stranding) of pups may be a long - term consequence of a rebuilt sea lion population during periods of low abundance of high - quality forage,» the scientists wrote. (sciencedaily.com)
Based on the preliminary findings of this study, research efforts are now focused on several types of cancer and neurological disorders, which can benefit from the detection of biomarkers that are in low abundance in clinical samples. (sciencedaily.com)
Due to the relatively low abundance of eggs compared to sperm, the choice is often made by females, while males attempt to increase their number of offspring by mating promiscuously. (sciencedaily.com)