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During the last decade the use of herbal medicinal substances in the attenuation of anterograde and retrograde amnesia induced by electroconvulsive shock (ECS) has been studied using animal research. We will discuss the background of herbal medicine in India, review the research findings on herbal medicines for ECS-induced amnestic deficits, and examine the applications and limitations of animal models in this context. We will focus on our own research and insights, with particular emphasis on practical issues.

Wedelolactone (WL) and demethylwedelolactone (DWL) isolated from Eclipta alba were tested in the trypsin inhibition bioassay (in vitro). Both compounds showed potent activity. IC(50) values of WL and DWL were found to be 2.9 and 3.0 microg/mL respectively.

This paper makes some observations on the concepts which must be understood and the issues which must be resolved in order to produce quality software. Motivation for studying software quality, in the form of examples of past software fiascos, is presented. The meaning of software quality is discussed. Finally, various approaches for producing software quality, including better evaluation techniques, better quality measurement, better development processes, and better development tools, are each addressed in a section of their own.