Who We Are
iXpressGenes is advancing the understanding of trauma's impact on health through innovative biological research. We are developing solutions designed to provide insights into the body's response to stress well before traditional symptoms may appear.
Our pioneering Trauma Autoimmune Indicator™ (TAI) test analyzes RNA biomarkers to reveal connections between mental and physical well-being. We aim to equip healthcare providers with objective data, supporting a more proactive and informed approach to care that seeks to improve long-term wellness outcomes.
Our Story
On February 10th, 2010, Founder Dr. Joe Ng survived an on-campus shooting in the Biology department at the University of Alabama in Huntsville (UAH). During a staff meeting, Joe’s colleague pulled a handgun and shot her co-workers, killing three of them. Following the shooting, Joe noticed a spectrum of resilience among the survivors, and the research began.​​
What We Do
At iXpressGenes, we are pioneering research into the biological impact of trauma. Our work focuses on discovering biomarkers that may provide a new understanding of how stress affects the body's systems. We are dedicated to advancing science that could one day lead to earlier insights into wellness, moving from a reactive to a more proactive model of understanding health.
Why This Test?
Our approach is rooted in biology. We analyze RNA to understand changes in the immune system's response to stress, providing a molecular perspective that goes beyond traditional methods.
This research is vital because the biological effects of trauma are often not visible. We are developing tools to reveal these hidden patterns, offering objective data for healthcare providers to consider within a full clinical assessment. By providing this unique window into the body's response, our goal is to contribute to a future where people have more information to address health challenges earlier in their journey. We aim to empower the medical community with deeper biological insights, supporting a more integrated approach to care.