China uses new scientific technologies to prevent, control novel coronavirus pneumonia

A driver scans a QR code for registration in Rongjiang County, southwest China’s Guizhou Province, Feb. 11, 2020. Rongjiang County has been using intelligent office and big data platform. By setting up QR code quick registration and verification system at rural areas, they reduce the manual workload and increase the accuracy of data collection. Following the outbreak of the novel coronavirus pneumonia, new scientific technologies including AI, 5G, big data, and UAV have been used in many areas of China to prevent and control the spread of the disease. (Wang Bingzhen/Guangming Picture)