6G technology for the future of healthcare (free workshop)

The International Telecommunication Union (ITU) recently published the framework for the development of standards and radio interface technologies for the sixth generation of mobile communications (6G).

According to the ITU, the following characteristics should characterise the future 6G network:

Inclusivity: affordable access to connectivity, preferably for all 
Ubiquitous connectivity: affordable connectivity, preferably everywhere 
Sustainability: energy efficiency and low power consumption 
Security and resilience: Security-by-design, continuation of operation during an incident and rapid recovery after an incident 
Interoperability: transparent and comprehensively standardised interfaces 
Sensors: Perception of the physical environment in combination with artificial intelligence  
In addition, the ITU lists the following technical properties for 6G: 

Peak data rate (50 - 200 Gbit/s) 
User experienced data rate (300 Mbit/s - 500 Mbit/s) 
Area traffic capacity (30 Mbit/sm2 - 50 Mbit/sm2) 
Connection Density (106 – 108 devices/km2) 
Mobility (500 – 1000 km/h) 
Latency (0.1 - 1 ms) 
Reliability (10−5 to 10−7) 
Positioning (1 - 10 cm) 
This results in considerable potential for various applications in the healthcare sector. Artificial intelligence, edge computing, ubiquitous connectivity, multisensory communication, localisation capabilities and sensor technology in the 6G network can improve or enable a wide range of digital healthcare services. 6G technology will help to improve wearables and body sensors and integrate them more strongly into everyday healthcare. Battery-free IoT devices will benefit from the increase in energy efficiency and reduced power consumption or even be made possible in the first place.

We are taking these promising prospects as an opportunity to discuss the potential of this new technology, as well as its opportunities and risks, with you in an initial online workshop. At the same time, we would like to discuss the results of our current online 6G short survey. The survey is still open. Please feel free to participate.

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