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'''Research''' is the primary method through which players can enhance and expand the abilities of their [[colony]]. Certain [[buildings]] and [[gear]] require research in order to be built.

== Mechanics ==
A [[research bench]] is required to conduct research, with some projects requiring more advanced research stations. Once a project is selected, a [[Work#Research|researcher]] will work at the bench to generate research points. [[Research Speed]] is primarily determined by the Intellectual skill. Multiple researchers will all contribute towards the same project, with no penalties. In addition, multiple benches can be used simultaneously, again without penalty.

Research is presented as a tech tree, with later projects placed further right. Most research projects require a prerequisite. Only one research project can be studied at a time. However, you can freely switch between research projects, and all research progress is retained.

Your faction's [[tech level]] determines research point costs, and therefore time spent researching. [[New Arrivals]] start at an Industrial level, and have normal costs for all research. [[New Tribe]]s start at a Neolithic tech level, so certain research costs are increased:
*Researching Medieval-level tech, like Long Swords, takes 1.5x the research points to complete. 
*Researching Industrial-level tech or higher takes 2x the research. 
Both New Arrivals and New Tribes start with certain projects already researched. Specific [[scenario]]s can add, but not remove, pre-researched topics.
 
Mods can add their own research projects; they can be manually placed, or automatically placed if not specified. Projects will be moved apart if they overlap. They can also add separate research tabs, independent of the main tree.

=== Research speed ===
The number of research points gained is based on the researcher's [[research speed]] factor, which is largely based on their [[intellectual]] skill.
{{Research Points Table/explanation}}
{{Research Points Table|2500}}

==Research Projects==

===Neolithic Research Projects===
Research projects of the neolithic tech level. Both tribes and colonies research these at the same rate.
{| {{STDT| sortable c_07 text-center}}
! Name
! Description
! Base cost
! Industrial start cost
! Tribal start cost
! Required Research
! Required Research Bench & Addon

|- id="Psychoid brewing"
! Psychoid brewing
| Prepare [[psychoid leaves]] into a mildly euphoria-inducing and addictive [[Psychite tea|tea]] at the campfire or cooking stove. 
| 500
| 500
| 500 {{ref label|Tribal Start|A}}
| None
| Simple

|- id="Tree sowing"
! Tree sowing
| Sow the local biome's natural [[trees]] in your fields.
| 1000
| 1000
| 1000 {{ref label|Tribal Start|A}}
| None
| Simple

|- id="Beer brewing"
! Beer brewing
| Allows you to build a [[brewery]] and [[fermenting barrel|fermenting vats]] to transform [[hops]] into tasty, tasty [[beer]].
| 400
| 400
| 400
| None
| Simple

|- id="Passive cooler"
! Passive cooler
| Make [[passive cooler|passive coolers]], to [[Temperature|cool]] indoor spaces without using [[Power|electricity]].
| 400
| 400
| 400 {{ref label|Tribal Start|A}}
| None
| Simple

|- id="Cocoa"
! Cocoa
| Sow [[Cocoa tree|cocoa trees]] to create your own delicious [[chocolate]]. Eating chocolate fulfills the need for [[recreation]], and it's valuable on the market too.
| 1000
| 1000
| 1000
| [[#Tree sowing|Tree sowing]]
| Simple

|- id="Devilstrand"
! Devilstrand
| Plant [[Devilstrand mushroom|devilstrand]], a slow-growing mushroom that yields an exceptionally tough, tear resistant plant [[Devilstrand|fiber]].
| 800
| 800
| 800
| None
| Simple

|- id="Pemmican"
! Pemmican
| Make [[pemmican]], a preserved mixture of meat and plant matter that doesn't go bad for a long time. Great for traveling.
| 500
| 500
| 500 {{ref label|Tribal Start|A}}
| None
| Simple

|- id="Recurve bow"
! Recurve bow
| Build the [[recurve bow]], an effective and inexpensive ranged weapon.
| 400
| 400
| 400 {{ref label|Tribal Start|A}}
| None
| Simple
|}
:{{note label||Tribal Start|A}} Tribal starts begin with this research unlocked 
:{{note label||Classic Start|B}} The Classic Start begin with this research unlocked 
:{{note label||Hidden Prerequisite|C}} This research requirement is not displayed in the branching tree diagram, and is only visible in the project description.

===Medieval Research Projects===
Research projects of the Medieval tech level. Tribes require 1.5x as much research time to research these. Colonies require only the base cost.
{| {{STDT| sortable c_07 text-center}}
! Name
! Description
! Base cost
! Industrial start cost
! Tribal start cost
! Required Research
! Required Research Bench & Addon

|- id="Complex clothing"
! Complex clothing
| Tailor complicated [[Clothing|garments]] like [[pants]], [[duster]]s, and [[cowboy hat]]s.
| 600
| 600 {{ref label|Classic Start|B}}
| 900
| None
| Simple

|- id="Complex furniture"
! Complex furniture
| Build complex [[furniture]] like [[bed]]s, [[end table]]s, [[dining chair]]s, [[armchair]]s, [[dresser]]s, [[tool cabinet]]s, [[billiards table|billiard table]]s{{Sic}}, and [[poker table]]s, [[vent]]s, [[sarcophagus|sarcophagi]], and more.
| 300
| 300 {{ref label|Classic Start|B}}
| 450
| None
| Simple

|- id="Carpet making"
! Carpet making
| Weave beautiful [[carpets]] from [[cloth]].
| 800
| 800
| 1200
| None
| Simple

|- id="Smithing"
! Smithing
| Build [[Electric smithy|smithies]] for crafting metal weapons and tools. Allows you to craft simple weapons like [[knife|knives]], [[gladius|gladii]], and [[mace]]s. Work metal into clean, beautiful floor [[Floors|tiles]].
| 700
| 700
| 1050
| None
| Simple

|- id="Stonecutting"
! Stonecutting
| Cut [[rock chunk]]s into [[Materials#Stone|stone blocks]] for use in construction. Build beautiful [[stone tile]] [[floors]] or ugly [[concrete]] walkways.
| 300
| 300 {{ref label|Classic Start|B}}
| 450
| None
| Simple

|- id="Long blades"
! Long blades
| Craft [[longsword]]s and [[spear]]s.
| 400
| 400
| 600
| [[#Smithing|Smithing]]
| Simple

|- id="Plate armor"
! Plate armor
| Smith suits of [[plate armor]] from metal or wood. This heavy armor noticeably slows movement, but protects very effectively.
| 600
| 600
| 900
| [[#Smithing|Smithing]]</Br>[[#Complex clothing|Complex clothing]]
| Simple

|- id="Greatbow"
! Greatbow
| Craft [[greatbow]]s for killing enemies at great range.
| 600
| 600
| 900
| [[#Recurve bow|Recurve bow]]
| Simple

|- id="Noble apparel"
! Noble apparel {{RoyaltyIcon}}
| Tailor [[Title|noble-specific]] [[apparel]] like [[formal shirt]]s and [[royal robe]]s.
| 400
| 400
| 600
| [[#Complex clothing|Complex clothing]]
| Simple

|- id="Royal apparel"
! Royal apparel {{RoyaltyIcon}}
| Tailor [[Title|royal]] [[apparel]] of the highest tier, like [[royal robe]]s and [[crown]]s.
| 400
| 400
| 600
| [[#Noble apparel|Noble apparel]]<br />[[#Smithing|Smithing]] {{ref label|Hidden Prerequisite|C}}
| Simple

|- id="Harp"
! Harp {{RoyaltyIcon}}
| Craft the [[harp]], a simple stationary musical instrument popular among [[Titles|nobility]] in some cultures.
| 500
| 500
| 750
| [[#Complex furniture|Complex furniture]]
| Simple

|- id="Harpsichord"
! Harpsichord {{RoyaltyIcon}}
| Craft the [[Harpsichord]], a complex stationary musical instrument.
| 500
| 500
| 750
| [[#Harp|Harp]]</Br >[[#Smithing|Smithing]]
| Simple
|}
:{{note label||Tribal Start|A}} Tribal starts begin with this research unlocked 
:{{note label||Classic Start|B}} The Classic Start begin with this research unlocked 
:{{note label||Hidden Prerequisite|C}} This research requirement is not displayed in the branching tree diagram, and is only visible in the project description.

===Industrial Research Projects===
Research projects of the Industrial tech level. Tribes require 2x as much research time to research these. Colonies require only the base cost. 
{| {{STDT| sortable c_07 text-center}}
! Name
! Description
! Base cost
! Industrial start cost
! Tribal start cost
! Required Research
! Required Research Bench & Addon

|- id="Drug production"
! Drug production
| Build a [[drug lab]] for basic drug synthesis. Further research is required to make specific drugs.
| 500
| 500
| 1000
| None
| Simple

|- id="Psychite refining"
! Psychite refining
| Refine [[psychoid leaves]] into [[flake]] and [[yayo]], different forms of the euphoric drug psychite.
| 400
| 400
| 800
| [[#Drug production|Drug production]]
| Simple

|- id="Wake-up production"
! Wake-up production
| Synthesize [[wake-up]], a work performance-enhancing drug which replaces the need for sleep.
| 600
| 600
| 1200
| [[#Drug production|Drug production]]
| Simple

|- id="Go-juice production"
! Go-juice production
| Produce [[go-juice]], a synthetic combat-performance-enhancing drug which improves shooting, melee, and movement ability, and dulls pain.
| 1000
| 1000
| 2000
| [[#Drug production|Drug production]]
| Simple

|- id="Penoxycyline production"
! Penoxycyline production
| Produce [[Penoxycyline]] a disease prevention drug which blocks [[plague]], [[malaria]], and more before they start.
| 500
| 500
| 1000
| [[#Drug production|Drug production]]
| Simple

|- id="Electricity"
! Electricity
| Harness the power of electricity for a hundred different tasks.
| 1600
| 1600 {{ref label|Classic Start|B}}
| 3200
| None
| Simple

|- id="Battery"
! Battery
| Build [[Battery|batteries]] for storing [[Power|electricity]].
| 400
| 400
| 800
| [[#Electricity|Electricity]]
| Simple

|- id="Biofuel refining"
! Biofuel refining
| Build [[Biofuel refinery|Biofuel refineries]] to make [[chemfuel]] from biological matter like [[wood]] or [[Food|foodstuffs]].
| 700
| 700
| 1400
| [[#Electricity|Electricity]]
| Simple

|- id="Watermill generator"
! Watermill generator
| Build [[watermill generator]]s on rivers to generate a steady supply of [[power]].
| 700
| 700
| 1400
| [[#Electricity|Electricity]]
| Simple

|- id="Nutrient paste"
! Nutrient paste
| Build [[nutrient paste dispenser]]s which efficiently produce edible meals from raw nutritive feedstocks, while requiring no labor at all.
| 400
| 400 {{ref label|Classic Start|B}}
| 800
| [[#Electricity|Electricity]]
| Simple

|- id="Solar panel"
! Solar panel
| Build [[solar panel]]s for electrical generation.
| 600
| 600
| 1200
| [[#Electricity|Electricity]]
| Simple

|- id="Air conditioning"
! Air conditioning
| Build [[cooler]]s to make people comfortable in hot weather or to construct freezers for storing perishable goods.
| 500
| 500 {{ref label|Classic Start|B}}
| 1000
| [[#Electricity|Electricity]]
| Simple

|- id="Autodoor"
! Autodoor
| Build [[autodoor]]s which automatically open when someone approaches without slowing anyone down.
| 600
| 600
| 1200
| [[#Electricity|Electricity]]
| Simple

|- id="Hydroponics"
! Hydroponics
| Build [[hydroponics basin]]s to rapidly grow crops indoors regardless of the terrain or weather outside.
| 700
| 700
| 1400
| [[#Electricity|Electricity]]
| Simple

|- id="Tube television"
! Tube television
| Produce [[tube television]]s for [[Recreation|recreational]] watching.
| 1000
| 1000
| 2000
| [[#Electricity|Electricity]]</Br >[[#Complex furniture|Complex furniture]]{{ref label|Hidden Prerequisite|C}}
| Simple

|- id="Packaged survival meal"
! Packaged survival meal
| Produce [[packaged survival meal]]s, which never go bad. Great for traveling.
| 500
| 500
| 1000
| [[#Nutrient paste|Nutrient paste]]
| Simple

|- id="Firefoam"
! Firefoam
| Construct [[firefoam popper]]s, automatic fire-safety devices which spread fire-retardant foam in response to encroaching flames.
| 600
| 600
| 1200
| [[#Electricity|Electricity]]
| Simple

|- id="IEDs" id="Ieds"
! IEDs
| Build improvised traps from any kind of mortar shell. 
| 500
| 500
| 1000
| [[#Electricity|Electricity]]
| Simple

|- id="Geothermal power"
! Geothermal power
| Build [[Geothermal generator|geothermal power plants]] on top of steam geysers, for uninterrupted [[power]].
| 3200
| 3200
| 6400
| [[#Electricity|Electricity]]
| Simple

|- id="Sterile materials"
! Sterile materials
| Construct sterile tiles to make cleanrooms for safer and more effective medical treatment, research, and cooking.
| 600
| 600
| 1200
| [[#Electricity|Electricity]]
| Simple

|- id="Advanced lights"
! Advanced lights
| Change the color of [[Standing lamp|standard electric lights]], and reduce their power consumption by half. This does not affect sun lamps.
| 300
| 300
| 600
| [[#Electricity|Electricity]]
| Simple

|- id="Machining"
! Machining
| Build [[machining table]]s to craft [[Weapons|guns]], grenades, flak [[armor]], and to shred dead [[mechanoids]] for [[Steel|resources]].
| 1000
| 1000
| 2000
| [[#Electricity|Electricity]]</Br >[[#Smithing|Smithing]]
| Simple

|- id="Smokepop packs"
! Smokepop packs
| Build [[smokepop pack]]s which allow the wearer to deploy a defensive smokescreen.
| 300
| 300
| 600
| [[#Machining|Machining]]</Br >[[#Complex clothing|Complex clothing]]{{ref label|Hidden Prerequisite|C}}
| Simple

|- id="Prosthetics"
! Prosthetics
| Build inexpensive [[Prosthetics|prosthetic]] body parts to replace lost limbs. Requires a skilled [[Skills#Medical|doctor]] to attach.
| 600
| 600
| 1200
| [[#Machining|Machining]]
| Simple

|- id="Gunsmithing"
! Gunsmithing
| Craft simple manually operated guns like [[revolver]]s, [[pump shotgun]]s, [[bolt-action rifle]]s, and [[incendiary launcher]]s.
| 500
| 500
| 1000
| [[#Machining|Machining]]
| Simple

|- id="Flak armor"
! Flak armor
| Craft [[Flak jacket|clothing]]  [[Flak vest|with metal]] [[Flak pants|armor]] sewn in to resist bullets and explosions. This weighty armor slows [[move speed|movement]] slightly.
| 1200
| 1200
| 2400
| [[#Machining|Machining]]</Br >[[#Plate armor|Plate armor]] {{ref label|Hidden Prerequisite|C}}
| Simple

|- id="Mortars"
! Mortars
| Build [[mortar]]s which can lob [[mortar shell]]s long distances - even over walls.
| 2000
| 2000
| 4000
| [[#Gunsmithing|Gunsmithing]]
| Simple

|- id="Blowback operation"
! Blowback operation
| Craft low-power blowback-operated guns like [[autopistol]]s and [[machine pistol]]s.
| 500
| 500
| 1000
| [[#Gunsmithing|Gunsmithing]]
| Simple

|- id="Gas operation"
! Gas operation
| Craft high-power guns like [[chain shotgun]]s, [[LMG]]s, and [[heavy SMG]]s.
| 1000
| 1000
| 2000
| [[#Blowback operation|Blowback operation]]
| Simple

|- id="Gun turrets"
! Gun turrets
| Produce simple [[Mini-turret|automated gun turrets]].
| 500
| 500
| 1000
| [[#Blowback operation|Blowback operation]]
| Simple


|- id="Microelectronics"
! Microelectronics 
| Work with complex microelectronics.  This unlocks the [[Hi-tech research bench]] and [[comms console]].
| 3000
| 3000
| 6000
| [[#Electricity|Electricity]]
| Simple

|- id="Flatscreen television"
! Flatscreen television
| Produce high-resolution [[flatscreen television]]s for greater [[Recreation|enjoyment]].
| 2000
| 2000
| 4000
| [[#Microelectronics|Microelectronics]]<br />[[#Tube television|Tube television]]
| Hi-tech

|- id="Moisture pump"
! Moisture pump
| Construct [[moisture pump]]s, which very slowly normalize the moisture in the ground around them. They can turn wet ground dry and convert soft sand into normal sand.
| 1200
| 1200
| 2400
| [[#Microelectronics|Microelectronics]]</Br >[[#Machining|Machining]] {{ref label|Hidden Prerequisite|C}}
| Hi-tech

|- id="Hospital bed"
! Hospital bed
| Construct [[hospital bed]]s which improve medical outcomes.
| 1200
| 1200
| 2400
| [[#Microelectronics|Microelectronics]]</Br >[[#Sterile materials|Sterile materials]]{{ref label|Hidden Prerequisite|C}}</Br >[[#Complex furniture|Complex furniture]]{{ref label|Hidden Prerequisite|C}}
| Hi-tech

|- id="Deep drilling"
! Deep drilling
| Build [[deep drill]]s for extracting resources from deep underground. You'll need a [[ground-penetrating scanner]] to find the resources.
| 4000
| 4000
| 8000
| [[#Microelectronics|Microelectronics]]
| Hi-tech

|- id="Ground-penetrating scanner"
! Ground-penetrating scanner
| Build [[ground-penetrating scanner]]s that can detect drillable resources deep under the surface. Requires an advanced component to construct.
| 1000
| 1000
| 2000
| [[#Deep drilling|Deep drilling]]
| Hi-tech

|- id="Transport pod"
! Transport pod
| Construct launchable [[transport pod]]s that you can use to send people and supplies long distances across the planet's surface. Can be used for raiding, traveling, sending gifts, and more.
| 1000
| 1000
| 2000
| [[#Microelectronics|Microelectronics]]</Br >[[#Biofuel refining|Biofuel refining]] {{ref label|Hidden Prerequisite|C}}</Br >[[#Machining|Machining]] {{ref label|Hidden Prerequisite|C}}
| Hi-tech

|- id="Medicine production"
! Medicine production
| Produce standard industrial-tech [[medicine]] by combining [[herbal medicine]], [[neutroamine]], and [[cloth]].
| 1500
| 1500
| 3000
| [[#Drug production|Drug production]]<br />[[#Microelectronics|Microelectronics]]
| Hi-tech

|- id="Long-range mineral scanner"
! Long-range mineral scanner
| Construct [[long-range mineral scanner]]s your researchers can use to detect precious minerals across the planet. Can be turned to find a specific mineral. Requires advanced components to construct.
| 2000
| 2000
| 4000
| [[#Microelectronics|Microelectronics]]</Br >[[#Machining|Machining]] {{ref label|Hidden Prerequisite|C}}
| Hi-tech

|- id="Shields"
! Shields
| Build wearable [[shield belt|shield]] [[Low-shield pack|gear]]. Shields use momentum-repulsion technology to prevent projectiles from traversing the field boundary.
| 1000
| 1000
| 2000
| [[#Microelectronics|Microelectronics]]</Br >[[#Complex clothing|Complex clothing]] {{ref label|Hidden Prerequisite|C}}
| Hi-tech

|- id="Precision rifling"
! Precision rifling
| Craft precisely-machined guns like [[assault rifle]]s and [[sniper rifle]]s.
| 1400
| 1400
| 2800
| [[#Microelectronics|Microelectronics]]<br />[[#Gas operation|Gas operation]]
| Hi-tech

|- id="Autocannon turret"
! Autocannon turret
| Produce the heavy, long-ranged [[autocannon turret]].
| 1600
| 1600
| 3200
| [[#Microelectronics|Microelectronics]]<br />[[#Gun turrets|Gun turrets]]<br />[[#Gas operation|Gas operation]]
| Hi-tech

|- id="Multibarrel weapons"
! Multibarrel weapons
| Assemble [[minigun]]s.
| 2600
| 2600
| 5200
| [[#Microelectronics|Microelectronics]]<br />[[#Gas operation|Gas operation]]
| Hi-tech

|- id="Multi-analyzer"
! Multi-analyzer
| Build [[multi-analyzer]]s which increase research speed, and allow higher level research projects.
| 4000
| 4000
| 8000
| [[#Microelectronics|Microelectronics]]</Br >[[#Machining|Machining]] {{ref label|Hidden Prerequisite|C}}
| Hi-tech

|- id="Vitals monitor"
! Vitals monitor
| Builds [[vitals monitor]]s which improve medical outcomes when placed next to [[hospital bed]]s.
| 2500
| 2500
| 5000
| [[#Multi-analyzer|Multi-analyzer]]<br />[[#Hospital bed|Hospital bed]]
| Hi-tech (Multi-analyzer)

|- id="Fabrication"
! Fabrication
| Build [[fabrication bench]]es, capable of high-tech projects ranging from [[component]] assembly to [[Recon armor|power]] [[Marine armor|armor]] construction.
| 4000
| 4000
| 8000
| [[#Multi-analyzer|Multi-analyzer]]
| Hi-tech (Multi-analyzer)

|- id="Advanced fabrication"
! Advanced fabrication
| Fabricate [[advanced component]]s from standard [[components]] and other materials.
| 4000
| 4000
| 8000
| [[#Multi-analyzer|Multi-analyzer]]
| Hi-tech (Multi-analyzer)

|- id="Uranium slug turret"
! Uranium slug turret
| Produce the armor-penetrating [[uranium slug turret]]. It fires uranium slugs which tear though [[plasteel]] like paper, but it's less effective at close range.
| 3000
| 3000
| 6000
|[[#Multi-analyzer|Multi-analyzer]]<br />[[#Autocannon turret|Autocannon turret]] {{ref label|Hidden Prerequisite|C}}<br />[[#Precision rifling|Precision rifling]] {{ref label|Hidden Prerequisite|C}}
| Hi-tech (Multi-analyzer)

|- id="Piano"
! Piano {{RoyaltyIcon}}
| Craft the [[piano]], an advanced stationary musical instrument.
| 2000
| 2000
| 4000
| [[#Harpsichord|Harpsichord]]
| Simple

|- id="Jump packs"
! Jump packs {{RoyaltyIcon}}
| Build [[jump pack]]s to perform aerial assaults during combat
| 2000
| 2000
| 4000
| [[#Microelectronics|Microelectronics]]<br />[[#Machining|Machining]] {{ref label|Hidden Prerequisite|C}}
| Hi-tech<br />1x Jump packs [[Techprint]]

|- id="Gunlink"
! Gunlink {{RoyaltyIcon}}
| Build wearable [[gunlink]]s to enhance your soldiers' [[Shooting Accuracy|shooting accuracy]].
| 2000
| 2000
| 4000
| [[#Fabrication|Fabrication]]
| Hi-tech

|- id="Biosculpting"
! Biosculpting{{IdeologyIcon}}
| Construct [[Biosculpter pod]]s which can perform various biological alterations to colonists. These are especially important to believers in [[Ideoligion#Transhumanist|transhumanism]].
| 1500
| 1500
| 3000
| [[#Microelectronics|Microelectronics]]
| Hi-tech

|- id="Bioregeneration"
! Bioregeneration{{IdeologyIcon}}
| Unlock the [[biosculpter pod]]'s [[Biosculpter pod#Bioregeneration|bioregeneration]] cycle. This cycle heals old scars, regenerates small lost body parts like fingers and toes, and cures many of the physical maladies that come with old age.
| 4000
| 4000
| 8000
| [[#Multi-analyzer|Multi-analyzer]]<br />[[#Biosculpting|Biosculpting]]
| Hi-tech

|- id="Neural supercharger"
! Neural supercharger{{IdeologyIcon}}
| Construct [[Neural supercharger]] devices. Neural superchargers improve consciousness and learning rate, but they also increase hunger and the effect must be refreshed daily. Transhumanists often hold neural supercharging as an important practice.
| 1500
| 1500
| 3000
| [[#Microelectronics|Microelectronics]]
| Hi-tech

|- id="Toxifier generator"
! Toxifier generator{{BiotechIcon}}
| Create [[toxifier generator]]s which generate electricity, but also spread [[pollution]] around themselves.
| 500
| 500
| 1000
| [[#Electricity|Electricity]]
| Simple

|- id="Xenogenetics"
! Xenogenetics{{BiotechIcon}}
| Create [[xenogerm]]s which can be implanted in a person to genetically modify them. Extract [[genepack]]s from living people using a [[gene extractor]] so you can reimplant their [[genes]] into someone else.
| 1000
| 1000
| 2000
| [[#Electricity|Electricity]]
| Simple

|- id="Gene processor"
! Gene processor{{BiotechIcon}}
| Build [[gene processor]]s, which allow a [[gene assembler]] to create xenogerms of higher genetic complexity.
| 1500
| 1500
| 3000
| [[#Xenogenetics|Xenogenetics]]<br>[[#Microelectronics|Microelectronics]]
| Hi-tech

|- id="Archogenetics"
! Archogenetics{{BiotechIcon}}
| Allows a gene assembler to use [[archite capsule]]s to create seemingly-impossible genes. [[Genes#Archite|Archite genes]] and archite capsules can be obtained from traders.
| 2500
| 2500
| 5000
| [[#Fabrication|Fabrication]]<br>[[#Gene Processor|Gene Processor]]
| Hi-tech (Multi-analyzer) 

|- id="Deathrest"
! Deathrest{{BiotechIcon}}
| Those with the [[deathrest]] gene must periodically undergo a special deathrest coma that lasts several days. This research project allows you to construct buildings which accelerate the deathrest coma and confer specific bonuses on the deathrester. Over time, you can build a grand deathrest temple.
| 1000
| 1000
| 2000
| [[#Electricity|Electricity]]
| Simple

|- id="Fertility procedures"
! Fertility procedures{{BiotechIcon}}
| Perform the surgeries necessary to create a test tube [[embryo]] from a fertile man and woman, then implant the embryo in a surrogate mother or [[growth vat]]. Also, perform sterilization surgeries on men and women.
| 1000
| 1000
| 2000
| [[#Electricity|Electricity]]
| Simple

|- id="Tox gas"
! Tox gas{{BiotechIcon}}
| Produce weapons that utilize caustic [[tox gas]].
| 600
| 600
| 1200
| [[#Electricity|Electricity]]
| Simple

|- id="Basic mechtech"
! Basic mechtech{{BiotechIcon}}
| The technology needed for your [[mechanitor]] to create and control basic-tier mechanoids.
| 200
| 200
| 400
| [[#Electricity|Electricity]]
| Simple (Mechanitor)


|- id="Standard mechtech"
! Standard mechtech{{BiotechIcon}}
| The technology needed for your mechanitor to create and control standard-tier mechanoids. You can get signal chips by using a mechanitor to summon a [[diabolus]] threat.
| 1000
| 1000
| 2000
| [[#Basic mechtech|Basic mechtech]]
| Simple (Mechanitor)<br>1x [[Signal chip]]

|- id="High mechtech"
! High mechtech{{BiotechIcon}}
| The technology needed for your mechanitor to create and control high-tier mechanoids. You can get powerfocus chips by using a mechanitor to summon a [[war queen]] threat.
| 3000
| 3000
| 6000
| [[#Standard mechtech|Standard mechtech]]]<br>[[#Multi-analyzer|Multi-analyzer]]
| Hi-tech (Multi-analyzer)<br>1x [[Powerfocus chip]]

|- id="Wastepack atomizer"
! Wastepack atomizer{{BiotechIcon}}
| Build [[wastepack atomizer]]s which can safely dispose of [[toxic wastepack]]s by decomposing them at the molecular level.
| 5000
| 5000
| 10000
| [[#Advanced fabrication|Advanced fabrication]]
| Simple<br>1x [[Nano structuring chip]]
|}
:{{note label||Tribal Start|A}} Tribal starts begin with this research unlocked 
:{{note label||Classic Start|B}} The Classic Start begin with this research unlocked 
:{{note label||Hidden Prerequisite|C}} This research requirement is not displayed in the branching tree diagram, and is only visible in the project description.

===Spacer Research Projects===
{| {{STDT| sortable c_07 text-center}}
! Name
! Description
! Base cost
! Industrial start cost
! Tribal start cost
! Required Research
! Required Research Bench & Addon

|- id="Cryptosleep caskets"
! Cryptosleep caskets
| Construct [[cryptosleep casket]]s, which can put living beings in a state of indefinite suspended animation.
| 2000
| 2000
| 4000
| [[#Multi-analyzer|Multi-analyzer]]
| Hi-tech (Multi-analyzer)

|- id="Recon armor"
! Recon armor
| Craft [[Recon helmet|recon]] [[Recon armor| armor]], a light powered armor suit used by scout troops who need protection on the move. Note that these also require [[advanced component]]s.
| 6000
| 6000
| 12000
| [[#Fabrication|Fabrication]] <br /> [[#Complex clothing|Complex clothing]] {{ref label|Hidden Prerequisite|C}}
| Hi-tech (Multi-analyzer)

|- id="Marine armor"
! Marine armor
| Build [[Marine helmet|marine]] [[Marine armor| armor]]. A general-use powered armor suit used by high-tech shock troops. Note that these also require [[advanced component]]s.
| 6000
| 6000
| 12000
| [[#Recon armor|Recon armor]] <br /> [[#Complex clothing|Complex clothing]] {{ref label|Hidden Prerequisite|C}}
| Hi-tech (Multi-analyzer)

|- id="Pulse charged munitions"
! Pulse charged munitions
| Build [[Charge rifle|weapons]] which fire pulse-charged munitions for extra damage. Note that these also require [[advanced component]]s.
| 3000
| 3000
| 6000
| [[#Fabrication|Fabrication]]<br />[[#Precision rifling|Precision rifling]] {{ref label|Hidden Prerequisite|C}}
| Hi-tech (Multi-analyzer)

|- id="Bionic replacements"
! Bionic replacements
| Build high-tech [[bionic]] body parts to replace [[Bionic arm|lost]] [[Bionic leg|limbs]] and [[Bionic eye|eyes]]. Requires a skilled [[Skills#Medical|doctor]] to attach.
| 2000
| 2000
| 4000?
| [[#Fabrication|Fabrication]]<br />[[#Prosthetics|Prosthetics]]{{ref label|Hidden Prerequisite|C}}
| Hi-tech (Multi-analyzer)

|- id="Starflight basics"
! Starflight basics
| Construct the structural and supportive elements of a [[ship|starship]]. This is the first step in building a ship to leave this star system.
| 4000
| 4000
| 8000
| [[#Advanced fabrication|Advanced fabrication]]
| Hi-tech (Multi-analyzer)

|- id="Starflight sensors"
! Starflight sensors
| Construct long-range sensors for a starship. These sensors are essential for navigation, communication, and threat avoidance.
| 4000
| 4000
| 8000
| [[#Starflight basics|Starflight basics]]<br />[[#Long-range mineral scanner|Long-range mineral scanner]]
| Hi-tech (Multi-analyzer)

|- id="Vacuum cryptosleep casket"
! Vacuum cryptosleep casket
| Construct hardened [[cryptosleep casket|ship cryptosleep caskets]] tough enough to be exposed to vacuum, for transporting people on the years-long journey between the stars.
| 2800
| 2800
| 5600
| [[#Starflight basics|Starflight basics]]<br />[[#Cryptosleep casket|Cryptosleep casket]]
| Hi-tech (Multi-analyzer)

|- id="Starship reactor"
! Starship reactor
| Build a long-duration nuclear [[Ship reactor|reactor]] to power a [[ship|starship]]. Note that reactors have a long startup process that will attract raiders.
| 6000
| 6000
| 12000
| [[#Starflight basics|Starflight basics]]
| Hi-tech (Multi-analyzer)

|- id="Johnson-Tanaka drive"
! Johnson-Tanaka drive
| Construct a Johnson-Tanaka drive for a [[ship]]. The JT drive can push you to other stars by leveraging quantum scale effects to beam momentum to distant stars. Of course, as with all starships, it still takes many years to get anywhere.
| 6000
| 6000
| 12000
| [[#Starflight basics|Starflight basics]]
| Hi-tech (Multi-analyzer)

|- id="Machine persuasion"
! Machine persuasion
| Build a reward-signal system to persuade an existing [[AI persona core|AI persona]] into serving as a ship's machine captain. Since people sleep during interstellar travel, a persona core is necessary to handle the complex decisions of a years-long starflight.
| 3000
| 3000
| 6000
| [[#Starflight basics|Starflight basics]]
| Hi-tech (Multi-analyzer)

|- id="Cataphract armor"
! Cataphract armor {{RoyaltyIcon}}
| Craft [[Cataphract helmet|cataphract]] [[Cataphract armor| armor]], heavy powered armor that slows the user but which can absorb extreme punishment. Note that these also require [[advanced component]]s.
| 6000
| 6000
| 12000
| [[#Marine armor|Marine armor]]
| Hi-tech (Multi-analyzer) <br />2x Cataphract Armor [[Techprint]]

|- id="Brain wiring"
! Brain wiring {{RoyaltyIcon}}
| Craft brain implants that [[joywire|induce]] or [[painstopper|prevent]] blunt sensations like [[Mood|joy]] or [[pain]].
| 2000
| 2000
| 4000
| [[#Microelectronics|Microelectronics]]  <br /> [[#Prosthetics|Prosthetics]]{{ref label|Hidden Prerequisite|C}}
| Hi-tech <br /> 1x Brain Wiring [[Techprint]]

|- id="Specialized limbs"
! Specialized limbs {{RoyaltyIcon}}
| Craft specialized bionic limbs built for specific purposes - both [[Power claw|combat]] and labor.
| 2000
| 2000
| 4000
| [[#Microelectronics|Microelectronics]] <br /> [[#Prosthetics|Prosthetics]]
| Hi-tech<br /> 1x Specialized Limbs [[Techprint]]

|- id="Compact weaponry"
! Compact weaponry {{RoyaltyIcon}}
| Craft compact, concealable bionic weapons which can be embedded in various body parts.
| 2000
| 2000
| 4000
| [[#Microelectronics|Microelectronics]] <br /> [[#Prosthetics|Prosthetics]]
| Hi-tech<br /> 1x Compact Weaponry [[Techprint]]

|- id="Poison synthesis"
! Poison synthesis {{RoyaltyIcon}}
| Craft bionics that synthesize venom from internal chemical reactors for use in toxifying attacks.
| 2000
| 2000
| 4000
| [[#Compact weaponry|Compact weaponry]]
| Hi-tech<br /> 1x Poison Synthesis [[Techprint]]

|- id="Toxin filtration"
! Toxin filtration {{BiotechIcon}}
| Craft and install bionic organs that can filter out toxins from the environment and from enemy attacks.
| 2000
| 2000
| 4000
| [[#Fabrication|Fabrication]]</br>[[#Prosthetics|Prosthetics]]{{ref label|Hidden Prerequisite|C}}
| Simple

|- id="Growth vats"
! Growth vats {{BiotechIcon}}
| Construct growth vats which can gestate an embryo or accelerate a [[child]]'s growth.
| 500
| 500
| 1000
| [[#Microelectronics|Microelectronics]]
| Hi-tech
|}
:{{note label||Tribal Start|A}} Tribal starts begin with this research unlocked 
:{{note label||Classic Start|B}} The Classic Start begin with this research unlocked 
:{{note label||Hidden Prerequisite|C}} This research requirement is not displayed in the branching tree diagram, and is only visible in the project description.

===Ultra Research Projects===
{| {{STDT| sortable c_07 text-center}}
! Name
! Description
! Base cost
! Industrial start cost
! Tribal start cost
! Required Research
! Required Research Bench & Addon

|- id="Artificial metabolism"
! Artificial metabolism {{RoyaltyIcon}}
| Craft bionics that process food [[sterilizing stomach|more safely]] or [[Nuclear stomach|efficiently]] than a biological stomach.
| 2000
| 2000
| 4000
| [[#Fabrication|Fabrication]]<br />[[#Prosthetics|Prosthetics]] {{ref label|Hidden Prerequisite|C}}
| Hi-tech (Multi-analyzer)<br />1x Artificial Metabolism [[Techprint]]

|- id="Neural computation"
! Neural computation {{RoyaltyIcon}}
| Craft brain implants that assist [[Neurocalculator|thought]] and [[Learning assistant|learning]] by use of a direct, shallow brain-computer interface.
| 2000
| 2000
| 4000
| [[#Fabrication|Fabrication]]<br />[[#Prosthetics|Prosthetics]]{{ref label|Hidden Prerequisite|C}}
| Hi-tech (Multi-analyzer)<br />1x Neural Computation [[Techprint]]

|- id="Skin hardening"
! Skin hardening {{RoyaltyIcon}}
| Craft bionic implants which [[stoneskin gland|induce]] the [[toughskin gland|toughening]] of natural skin, producing an [[armorskin gland|armor-like]] effect.
| 2000
| 2000
| 4000
| [[#Fabrication|Fabrication]]<br />[[#Prosthetics|Prosthetics]]{{ref label|Hidden Prerequisite|C}}
| Hi-tech (Multi-analyzer)<br />1x Skin Hardening [[Techprint]]

|- id="Healing factors"
! Healing factors {{RoyaltyIcon}}
| Craft bionics that enhance natural [[healing enhancer|healing]] processes.
| 2000
| 2000
| 4000
| [[#Fabrication|Fabrication]]<br />[[#Prosthetics|Prosthetics]]{{ref label|Hidden Prerequisite|C}}
| Hi-tech (Multi-analyzer)<br />1x Healing Factors [[Techprint]

|- id="Flesh shaping"
! Flesh shaping {{RoyaltyIcon}}
| Craft bionics which induce the reshaping of natural flesh, usually for the purposes of [[aesthetic shaper|aesthetic]]   [[aesthetic nose|enhancement]] or [[love enhancer|personal pleasure]].
| 2000
| 2000
| 4000
| [[#Fabrication|Fabrication]]<br />[[#Prosthetics|Prosthetics]]{{ref label|Hidden Prerequisite|C}}
| Hi-tech (Multi-analyzer)<br />1x Flesh Shaping [[Techprint]]

|- id="Molecular analysis"
! Molecular analysis {{RoyaltyIcon}}
| Craft bionics with molecular analyzers for [[Immunoenhancer|assisting the immune system]] or [[Gastro-analyzer|analyzing food]].
| 2000
| 2000
| 4000
| [[#Fabrication|Fabrication]]<br />[[#Prosthetics|Prosthetics]]{{ref label|Hidden Prerequisite|C}}
| Hi-tech (Multi-analyzer)<br />1x Molecular Analysis [[Techprint]]

|- id="Circadian influence"
! Circadian influence {{RoyaltyIcon}}
| Craft brain implants that chemically manipulate the circadian rhythm, [[Circadian assistant|reducing]] or [[Circadian half-cycler|altering]] the need to sleep.
| 2000
| 2000
| 4000
| [[#Fabrication|Fabrication]]<br />[[#Prosthetics|Prosthetics]]{{ref label|Hidden Prerequisite|C}}
| Hi-tech (Multi-analyzer)<br />1x Circadian Influence [[Techprint]]

|- id="Ultra mechtech"
! Ultra mechtech{{BiotechIcon}}
| The advanced technology needed for your mechanitor to create and control ultra-tier mechanoids, including large mechs and ultra-tier mechanitor gear. You can get nano structuring chips by using a mechanitor to summon an [[apocriton]] threat.
| 5000
| 5000
| 10000
| [[#High mechtech|High mechtech]]<br>[[#Fabrication|Fabrication]]
| Hi-tech (Multi-analyzer)<br>1x [[Nano structuring chip]]
|}
:{{note label||Tribal Start|A}} Tribal starts begin with this research unlocked 
:{{note label||Classic Start|B}} The Classic Start begin with this research unlocked 
:{{note label||Hidden Prerequisite|C}} This research requirement is not displayed in the branching tree diagram, and is only visible in the project description.

== Analysis ==
This is a rough suggestion of what technologies to research. Variations exist, and should depending on current map and [[biome]], colonist skill, personal playstyle/goals, and [[difficulty]].

==== Industrial start ====
The suggested research path for Industrials (i.e. a "Crashlanded" start) is: 
:1. One of:<sup>1</sup>
::*[[Batteries]] and [[solar generator]]s
::*[[Watermill generator]]s
::*[[Geothermal generator]]
:2. [[Research#Microelectronics|Microelectronics]]<sup>2</sup><br>
:3. [[Multi-analyzer]]<sup>3</sup><br>
:4. [[Fabrication bench|Fabrication]]<sup>3</sup><br>
At any point, modern weapons<sup>4</sup> (Smithing, Machining, etc.) should be researched, up to a certain level. The rest is up to you.

: '''Notes:'''
:: 1. You'll need some source of [[power]]. [[Watermill generator]]s can only be used if a [[World_generation#Rivers|river]] (not ocean) is nearby. Water is a more reliable source of power, for the same research cost as batteries + solar. In theory, [[geothermal generator]]s provide much more power than either option, but its 3200 research cost makes it more difficult for newer players. Rushing to geothermal is still possible, especially if you rely on [[wind turbine]]s or [[wood-fired generator]]s.

:: 2. Microelectronics gives access to [[hi-tech research bench]], which makes research 33% faster. It ''also'' gives access to the [[comms console]], an easy source for tradable items, and [[EMP grenades]], which are very powerful against [[mechanoid]]s.

:: 3. A [[multi-analyzer]] boosts research by a further 10%, though you may not have the materials to create one. If you can't build it or a [[fabrication bench]], then you'll gain the opportunity to chase some other tribal/industrial research projects. The ultimate goal is to reach Fabrication as soon as possible, so you can make your own [[component]]s.

:: 4. On a dangerous map, a quick detour to [[Research#Gunsmithing|Gunsmithing]] (for basic rifles/shotguns/revolvers) may be desirable as soon as possible, immediately after your power needs are met.

==== Tribal start ====
For tribals (i.e. a "Lost Tribe" start), the research path should be ''something''* like:
# [[Clothing|Complex Clothing]]<sup>1</sup>
#  [[Furniture|Complex Furniture]]<sup>2</sup>
# One or both of:
::*Stonecutting<sup>3</sup>
::*[[Fueled smithy|Smithing]]<sup>4</sup>

Then the same as Industrial (above), but with Electricity prior to researching the rest. Air Conditioning is often a priority, too.

: '''Notes: '''
:: * The exact order will vary depending on your priorities. This is a cautious, conservative approach. Some players will rush to Electricity. Many players fall in the middle, grabbing one or three key techs and ''then'' going straight to central air cooling.

:: 1. Unless you landed in a ''very'' forgiving climate, you'll need protective clothing against the Summer/Winter weather while you march toward Electricity.

:: 2. Increases comfort of your colonists. [[Bed]]s, [[end table]]s and [[dresser]]s, [[dining chair]]s, and [[poker table]]s are very useful for mood and other general buffs.

:: 3. Stone is a common and nonflammable material, great for [[wall]]s. On some maps, it's quite possible to live underground (if you can mine that much), and/or make every building from wood (unless/until it burns down).

:: 4. Superior melee weapons. Smithing is also a prerequisite for Machining.

==== Extreme starts ====
*For hardcore 500% Randy runs, after finishing the battery and solar panel research, rush down Machining and weapons before Microelectronics. Firepower can be a life-/game-saver.

== Gallery ==
[[File:Research tree core.png|thumb|center|All research projects in the base game]]


== Version history ==
* [[Version/0.3.410|0.3.410]] - [[Stonecutter's table]] now requires research
* Beta 19/1.0 - Split hospital beds into "Sterile materials" and "Hospital beds" research projects
* [[Version/1.3.3101|1.3.3101]] - Bioregeneration research project added.
* [[Version/1.3.3200|1.3.3200]] - Brain wiring, compact weaponry, neural supercharge, biosculpting, specialized limbs, poison synthesis projects now require hi-tech research bench.
* [[Version/1.4.3523|1.4.3523]] - The Colored lights research reworked and renamed to Advanced Lighting.
[[Category:Research]]