The parasite could also directly alter neurons involved in memory and learning, or it could trigger a damaging host response, as in many human autoimmune diseases. (sciencedaily.com)
With such knowledge, it may be possible to stimulate these nerve cells by artificial means, for example by selective nicotine - like drugs, to improve memory and learning in humans. (scilifelab.se)
I do apply a lot of the neuroscience of memory and learning to the way I practice. (sciencemag.org)