AI for Public Health: A Deep Learning and Gradio-Based System for Face Mask Compliance Detection
- DOI
- 10.2991/978-94-6463-948-3_36How to use a DOI?
- Keywords
- Artificial Intelligence; Deep Learning; Public Health; Face Mask Compliance Detection
- Abstract
The COVID-19 pandemic highlighted the urgent need for reliable monitoring of proper face mask usage in public spaces. Manual observation is both labor-intensive and error-prone, making automated solutions essential for safeguarding public health. In this work, we propose a deep learning–based system that detects mask compliance across three categories: correctly worn, incorrectly worn, and no mask. The approach leverages transfer learning with EfficientNet-B0 and a two-phase training strategy enhanced by data augmentation. On a balanced dataset of 8,982 images, the model achieves 97% classification accuracy, with per-class precision and recall exceeding 96%. To ensure practical adoption, the system is deployed through a Gradio-based graphical interface that enables intuitive image uploads, real-time predictions with confidence scores, and CSV export for record-keeping. The lightweight design allows offline operation and is adaptable for integration into surveillance, workplace, or mobile applications. This work demonstrates a feasible and impactful application of AI for public health, offering a robust, user-friendly tool to promote mask-wearing compliance and reduce viral transmission risks. Research works leveraging AI in oncology, categorized across different tracks.
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TY - CONF AU - Sandip Thite AU - Srinivas Ambala AU - Kalyani Kadam AU - Kailas Patil AU - Prawit Chumchu PY - 2026 DA - 2026/01/06 TI - AI for Public Health: A Deep Learning and Gradio-Based System for Face Mask Compliance Detection BT - Proceedings of the International Conference on Sustainable Innovation with Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning 2025 (ICSIAIML 2025) PB - Atlantis Press SP - 504 EP - 529 SN - 1951-6851 UR - https://doi.org/10.2991/978-94-6463-948-3_36 DO - 10.2991/978-94-6463-948-3_36 ID - Thite2026 ER -