Benthic Seaweeds of the Cibratel Beach, Itanhaém, SP.

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This work aims to present the biodiversity of the ficologic flora of Cibratel Beach, located in the Cibratel neighborhood, in the city of Itanhaém, SP, with geographic coordinates 24º12’00 “S and 46º48’39” W, with subtropical humid climate (Cfa), with average annual temperature of 22ºC and rainfall of 2000-2500 mm / year. The interest in this place is due to its rich biodiversity. The samplings carried out, have followed a seasonality. We performed 07 samplings on the following dates 08/07/2017, 09/09/2017, 04/11/2017, 04/12/2017, 01/13/2018, 04/29/2018 and 06/17/2018, in these one can observe a great variety of species, one persisting throughout the period, others only observed in only one opportunity. As for the fauna, we find bryozoans, enteroprocts, sponges, mollusks, birds, anemones, sea urchins, turtles, crustaceans, loons, buzzards, biguas, atobas, sea cucumbers, aplysia, herons and seagulls. The sampling process was done by scraping the substrate with the aid of a spatula, in order to collect the alga as a whole, without damaging any part of the material, the storage was carried out in plastic bags and conditioned in a freezer until identification, after which, with the aid of specialized bibliography, the samples were placed in 4-5% formalin polypropylene flasks. To date, 41 genre and 61 species have been identified

Grapes (Vitis Vitaceae) – Potent Medicinal Fruit Serves as a Source of Antioxidants and Antibacterial Agent

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In plant kingdom, medicinal plants are main important resource for a variety of drug like emetics, anti-cancer and antimicrobials. Medicinal herbs are highly cultured in India, which includes more than 2000 species are present. Grapes are soft fruit crop belongs to the Family of Vitaceae and Genus of Vitis. Grapes contain excellent source of nutritional values such as vitamins, minerals, proteins and carbohydrate. In this present work, various phytochemical constituents of grapes were identified in different extracts (Ethanol, Acetone and Aqueous). These phytochemicals are used for the treatment of several diseases. The antioxidant property of different extracts of grapes shows better result. The ellagic acid and the natural phenolic antioxidants were also identified. The antimicrobial activity of various grapes extract shows better result against Enterococcus and E.coli sps. Finally, the grape fruit is a wonderful antioxidant and antimicrobial agent.

Understanding Ethnographic Research and Cross-Cultural Differences

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Individuals from different countries who have various backgrounds might encounter barriers when communicating with each other. Ethnographic research is suitable for analyzing interpersonal conflicts from the perspectives of history, customs, language, and culture. The researcher will illustrate her experiences when the researcher was in China and the United States separately in order to set an example for people to understand the cultural differences between the two countries. Also, the researcher will discuss what ethnographic research is and how to utilize this research method in discussing the cultural differences. Ethnographic research will help people understand a social phenomenon by analyzing people’s ideologies and preferences (Willis, 2007). The researcher will explain why mutual understanding and trust are important when communicating. By sharing knowledge and building mutual understanding, people will have a better opportunity for promoting long-term friendships.