Author: XIE Hanrong 

Publisher：School of Physics and Optoelectronic Engineering 

Date：February 6, 2024

In a significant stride towards advancing the frontiers of biomedical engineering, Professor Yang Guanghua's team from the prestigious School of Intelligent Science and Engineering/School of Artificial Intelligence Industry has unveiled pivotal findings in their latest publication in IEEE Reviews in Biomedical Engineering.

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The team's review paper titled Natural Language Processing for Smart Healthcare has captured the attention of the scientific community, earning the distinction of being selected as a highlight article in the esteemed journal. With an impressive Impact Factor of 17.6 and a remarkable Cite Score of 27.8, the paper has already amassed nearly 50 citations since its initial online release.

Led by Dr. Zhou Binggui, a dedicated doctoral student within the team, and co-authored by esteemed scholars including Professor Yang Guanghua and Professor Ma Shaodan from the University of Macau, the paper delves into the transformative applications of natural language processing technology in the realm of smart medicine. From enhancing clinical decision support to revolutionizing hospital management and public health initiatives, the paper meticulously details the myriad ways in which natural language processing is reshaping the landscape of healthcare delivery.

Furthermore, the team sheds light on the critical role of natural language processing in addressing pressing medical challenges such as the novel coronavirus epidemic and mental health concerns, underscoring the technology's potential in driving impactful solutions in these areas. By exploring key aspects like interpretability, end-to-end applications, and small sample learning, the research team not only highlights the current limitations but also delineates future research directions in this burgeoning field.

IEEE Reviews in Biomedical Engineering, recognized as a premier platform for disseminating cutting-edge research insights in biomedical engineering, publishes a select number of papers annually, with a stringent selection process ensuring the highest quality of content. With a stellar Impact Factor of 17.6, the journal holds the prestigious position of being the third-ranked biomedical engineering journal globally.

For those interested in delving deeper into this groundbreaking research, the paper can be accessed via the following link: [Paper Link]

(https://ieeexplore.ieee.org/document/9904944)