Emerging data indicate that neurological complications occur as a consequence of severe
acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) infection. The blood–brain barrier …

The blood–brain barrier (BBB) is a highly regulated and efficient barrier that provides a
sanctuary to the brain. It is designed to regulate brain homeostasis and to permit selective …

SARS-CoV-2 has been reported to show a capacity for invading the brains of humans and
model animals. However, it remains unclear whether and how SARS-CoV-2 crosses the …

The main discussion above of the novel pathogenic severe acute respiratory syndrome
coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) infection has focused substantially on the immediate risks and …

Highlights•A diverse spectrum of viruses can enter the CNS, causing acute and chronic
neurological disorders.•Virus-induced CNS diseases are influenced by routes of viral entry …

West Nile virus (WNV) is an emerging neurotropic flavivirus that is transmitted to humans
through the bite of an infected mosquito. WNV has disseminated broadly in the Western …

Neurological symptoms in SARS-CoV-2-infected patients have been reported, but their
cause remains unclear. In theory, the neurological symptoms observed after SARS-CoV-2 …

The CNS is an immune-privileged environment, yet the local control of multiple pathogens is
dependent on the ability of immune cells to access and operate within this site. However …

Japanese encephalitis is an acute zoonotic, mosquito-borne disease caused by Japanese
encephalitis virus (JEV). Japanese encephalitis is characterized by extensive inflammation …

Toxoplasma gondii is one of the world's most successful parasites, in part because of its
ability to infect and persist in most warm-blooded animals. A unique characteristic of T …