What is the central nervous system?

The central nervous system consists of the spinal cord and brain. Here, we take a look at its parts, the cell types involved, and some associated diseases. read more

The central nervous system consists of the two major structures: the brain and spinal cord. The brain is encased in the skull, and protected by the cranium. The spinal cord is continuous with the brain and lies caudally to the brain, and is protected by the vertebrae. read more

This system can be divided into two parts: the central nervous system and the peripheral nervous system. The central nervous system (CNS) is the processing center for the nervous system. It receives information from and sends information to the peripheral nervous system. read more

The central nervous system consists of the brain and spinal cord (see Multimedia File 1). The brain plays a central role in the control of most bodily functions, including awareness, movements, sensations, thoughts, speech, and memory. read more