Development of the Central Nervous System (CNS) includes development of the brain, spinal cord, optic and auditory systems, as well as surrounding supporting cells including [[Ependymal Cells|ependymal cells]], [[Astrocytes#Astrocytes|astrocytes]], [[Oligodendrocytes|oligodendrocytes]] and [[Microglial Cells|microglia]]. Information within this page will exclude [[PNS Structure - Anatomy & Physiology|development of the Peripheral Nervous System]] (PNS) which includes nerve and ganglia formation. | Development of the Central Nervous System (CNS) includes development of the brain, spinal cord, optic and auditory systems, as well as surrounding supporting cells including [[Ependymal Cells|ependymal cells]], [[Astrocytes#Astrocytes|astrocytes]], [[Oligodendrocytes|oligodendrocytes]] and [[Microglial Cells|microglia]]. Information within this page will exclude [[PNS Structure - Anatomy & Physiology|development of the Peripheral Nervous System]] (PNS) which includes nerve and ganglia formation. |