Alverson was a Starfleet officer in the 24th century, who as of 2377 held the rank of Commander and served as first officer of the USS Edison. In that year, Alverson's heart was severely injured by a century-old booby trap planted in the Cloud City of Stratos, necessitating being transported to Starbase 375, to be treated in their medical facilities. (CoE eBook: Signs from Heaven)