Paul Cooper

Paul was the Chief Science Officer of the USS Republic (NCC-1371) in the late 23rd century. 

Early life before Starfleet
Paul was born on August 13, 2235 human calendar time on the planet Earth in Twin Peaks, Washington.

Chronology

 * 2235: Paul is born on the planet Earth in Twin Peaks, Washington.
 * 2250: Paul enters Starfleet Academy.
 * 2254: Paul graduates Starfleet Academy and is promoted to Ensign, his first assignment is the USS Delta as a science officer.
 * 2257: Paul is promoted to Lieutenant junior grade and assigned to Starbase 152 as a science officer.
 * 2261: Paul is promoted full Lieutenant and assigned to the USS Saladin as the Assistant Chief Science Officer.
 * 2265: Paul is promoted to Lieutenant Commander and assigned to the USS Surya as the Chief Science Officer.
 * 2269: Paul is promoted to full Commander and is assigned to the USS Republic as the Chief Science Officer.