Emerging Trends in 6G and 5G Network Research

The field of 6G and 5G network research is rapidly advancing, with a focus on developing innovative architectures, interfaces, and security measures to support the growing demands of next-generation wireless networks. Researchers are exploring new concepts, such as nomadic networks, integrated sensing and communication (ISAC), and artificial intelligence (AI)-driven air interfaces, to enable more efficient, scalable, and secure network operations. The development of softwarized networks, network function virtualization, and edge computing is also gaining momentum, with a focus on improving network flexibility, reducing latency, and enhancing quality of service. Furthermore, there is a growing emphasis on ensuring the security and reliability of 5G and 6G networks, with researchers investigating new approaches to intrusion detection, prevention, and mitigation. Notable papers in this area include: Towards Nomadic 6G Communication Networks, which proposes a new architectural framework for nomadic networks. LLMind 2.0, which introduces a distributed IoT automation framework using natural language-based machine-to-machine communication. Way to Build Native AI-driven 6G Air Interface, which presents a novel AI-driven air interface architecture for 6G networks.

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Towards Nomadic 6G Communication Networks: Implications on Architecture, Standardization, and Regulatory Aspects

SDAP-based QoS Flow Multiplexing Support in Simu5G for 5G NR Simulation

Fundamentals of Next-generation Network Planning

Security-as-a-Function for IDS/IPS in Softwarized Network and Applications to 5G Network Systems

Architecture Considerations for ISAC in 6G

LLMind 2.0: Distributed IoT Automation with Natural Language M2M Communication and Lightweight LLM Agents

Availability-Aware VNF Placement and Request Routing in MEC-Enabled 5G Networks

Transforming Next-generation Network Planning assisted by Data Acquisition of Top Three Spanish MNOs

Way to Build Native AI-driven 6G Air Interface: Principles, Roadmap, and Outlook

Interface on demand: Towards AI native Control interfaces for 6G

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