nervous system
noun
: the bodily system that in vertebrates is made up of the brain and spinal cord, nerves, ganglia, and parts of the receptor organs and that receives and interprets stimuli and transmits impulses to the effector organs see autonomic nervous system, central nervous system, peripheral nervous system
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Pitt-Hopkins and precision gene therapy Pitt-Hopkins syndrome is a rare genetic disorder caused by a mutation in the TCF4 gene, which controls proteins that dictate brain and nervous system development.
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Noah Lyons, San Diego Union-Tribune, 1 Jan. 2026
Dion has continued to battle stiff-person disorder, a rare disease that attacks the nervous system and causes pain and muscle spasms.
—Tomás Mier, Rolling Stone, 31 Dec. 2025
Researchers in China have built a neuromorphic robotic electronic skin that allows humanoid robots to sense touch, detect injury, and respond to harmful contact with rapid, reflex-like movements inspired by the human nervous system.
—Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 30 Dec. 2025
As for nutrients to take into account, Viar also mentions magnesium for its ability to regulate the nervous system and induce rest; Omega-3 fatty acids for their key anti-inflammatory role; tryptophan, a precursor of serotonin; and plenty of B vitamins.
—Mónica Heras, Vogue, 30 Dec. 2025
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Noah Lyons, San Diego Union-Tribune, 1 Jan. 2026
Dion has continued to battle stiff-person disorder, a rare disease that attacks the nervous system and causes pain and muscle spasms.
—Tomás Mier, Rolling Stone, 31 Dec. 2025
Researchers in China have built a neuromorphic robotic electronic skin that allows humanoid robots to sense touch, detect injury, and respond to harmful contact with rapid, reflex-like movements inspired by the human nervous system.
—Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 30 Dec. 2025
As for nutrients to take into account, Viar also mentions magnesium for its ability to regulate the nervous system and induce rest; Omega-3 fatty acids for their key anti-inflammatory role; tryptophan, a precursor of serotonin; and plenty of B vitamins.
—Mónica Heras, Vogue, 30 Dec. 2025
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“Nervous system.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/nervous%20system. Accessed 8 Jan. 2026.
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