Understanding the intricate dynamics of parasitic diseases affecting the nervous system is crucial for advancing public health and well-being. Neuroparasitology has emerged as a vital field, revealing how various parasites interact with the host's nervous system, leading to conditions such as neuroinflammation and alterations in behavior. Recent advances, including improved methodologies for studying the blood-brain barrier's permeability to parasites, have paved the way for new therapeutic approaches. Moreover, the development of targeted antiparasitic chemotherapy holds promise for mitigating the effects of these infections. Continued research in this area is essential, as it may uncover novel pathways for intervention, enhance our understanding of host-parasite relationships, and ultimately contribute to the development of innovative treatments that can significantly improve health outcomes, thus aligning with the goals of Sustainable Development Goal 3 (Good Health and Well-Being).

We invite researchers to contribute to this special Collection on "Parasitic Disease and the Nervous System." Topics of interest include but are not limited to:

- Neuroparasitology and behavior

- Host-parasite interactions

- Mechanisms of neuroinflammation

- Blood-brain barrier permeability

- Advances in antiparasitic chemotherapy

- Neurological manifestations of parasitic infections

- Diagnostic challenges in neuroparasitology