Guest Editorial: Special Section on New Frontiers in Computing for Next-Generation Healthcare Systems

The papers in this special section focus on new applications for computing for next generation healthcare systems and medical services. Advances in information and communication technology (ICT) are driving a profound transformation in the healthcare sector. The traditional healthcare has evolved to smart healthcare. The prominent role played by technology in the fight against the novel Coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic, from artificial intelligence to telehealth services, from contact tracing to 3D printing, is a driving force towards increased digitalization of healthcare services. This Special Section aims at providing a comprehensive picture of the technological advancements in computing that are underpinning the current revolution in healthcare. It is dedicated to emerging technological trends and their potential implications for improving healthcare interventions and tackling the challenges of an increasingly aging population.