Epidemic diseases and smart transformation

ABSTRACT

In this chapter, the epidemic diseases, their impact on the future of cities, and the causes of these problems for cities are examined. Additionally, efforts will be made to address these challenges and problems, a response that can make future cities livable and sustainable, despite population growth, increasing environmental problems, increasing urban management challenges, epidemic diseases and pandemics such as COVID-19 and other challenges and problems. This chapter will also discuss the steps taken in the field of smart transformation and smart cities and the necessity for cities to move toward smart transformation. © 2023 by Amin Faraji, Amin Gharibi and Azadeh Azimi. All rights reserved.