Lua Health has launched its next-generation, AI-powered, workforce wellbeing intelligence platform.

Since being founded in 2023, Lua has pioneered AI algorithms capable of accurately detecting early indicators of declining well-being based on how a person writes.

It works by discreetly analysing written language across workplace communication platforms, to identify early signs of stress, burnout, and disengagement - without accessing private messages or individual identities.

Lua is fully GDPR-compliant and 100% anonymised, integrating seamlessly with enterprise communication tools like Microsoft Teams and deploying in under a week.

It can help employers to target staff who may be in need of support.

Employees may receive personalised, opt-in prompts to support self-awareness, while leaders gain insights at the team, department, or location level.

The result is a timely, data-driven intervention that improves outcomes and prevents issues before they escalate, says Lua.

Lua, which is a spin-out of University of Galway’s Business Innovation Centre and Insight, the Research Ireland Centre for Data Analytics, was founded by University alumnus Dr Mihael Arcan.

Dr Arcan said: “While it is about identifying issues as early as possible, it is also about creating a workplace that is appealing and placing a priority on attracting and retaining talent.”

Lua has also been backed by Enterprise Ireland’s commercialisation fund and private investment company Growing Capital.

Gianni Matera, Founder of Growing Capital, said: “With Lua, organisations can move from reactive care to precision wellbeing - building healthier, higher-performing teams.

"We are proud to support Lua’s mission to help individuals better understand and manage their wellbeing before issues become crises.”

Photo: Dr Mihael Arcan, Founder and Chief Executive of Lua Health, a University of Galway spin-out. Pic: Lua Health