Science

Scientific research allows you to design ships with new types of armament and defenses, erect new types of constructions in colonies and improve economy, military science and manufacture

All scientific research in the game is divided into three main directions: theoretical research, technology and historical studies of ancient artifacts found in new stellar systems during the game.

The level of fundamental science determines the applied technologies available to you. Only one piece of technology or one artifact can be researched at a time. Theoretical research is conducted simultaneously with field surveys. You set the percentage for allocation of scientific funds between theory and practice yourself.

You can specify which area of fundamental research you want to focus on. The game provides five areas: physics, chemistry, computer science, biology, sociology. A new level in each area gives access to new technologies requiring certain levels in several areas.