Paul Laybourn

Director, W2R S-STEM Program and Director, B2B Program at Front Range Community College & Colorado State University, Director REU Site in Molecular Biosciences

Paul Laybourn is a Professor and Director at Colorado State University (CSU), specifically within the Department of Biochemistry and Molecular Biology. He has a robust academic background, having earned his Bachelor of Science in Biology from the University of California. His research primarily focuses on enhancing active learning in cell biology and biochemistry, developing methods to engage students through undergraduate research experiences, and addressing socio-scientific issues.1 2 3 4

Laybourn's laboratory is recognized for its work on the structure and function of chromatin fibers and the mechanisms regulating the transport and delivery of cellular cargoes. This includes studying molecular motors and their roles in cellular functions, as well as investigating mRNA regulation in developing embryos using experimental and computational approaches.1 3

In addition to his research, Laybourn teaches several courses at CSU, including Principles of Biochemistry and Comprehensive Biochemistry Laboratory, and he serves on the Undergraduate Affairs Committee, where he advises biochemistry students.1 2 His contributions to education and research have made him a significant figure at CSU, particularly in the fields of biochemistry and molecular biology.