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Science News for October 13, 2000


Why does an anti-depressant work for some people, but not others?

Researchers found distinct differences in brain activity between responders and non-responders to fluoxetine, with widespread chain of events kicking in across multiple brain regions over time. The study identified critical brain areas that appear to be 'switches' controlling the direction of treatment response.

SourceBaycrest Centre for Geriatric Care·JournalBiological Psychiatry·DateOct 13, 2000

Gene found to contribute to deadly form of breast cancer

A study published in Cancer Research reveals that a gene called RhoC GTPase contributes to the development of an aggressive and deadly form of breast cancer. The research found that overexpression of this gene in normal cells leads to rapid tumor growth, invasion, and metastasis.

SourceMichigan Medicine - University of Michigan·JournalCancer Research·DateOct 13, 2000