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Life Extension
We have just taken the penultimate step in life sciences technology. With the development of Life Extension, humans alive today can expect an average life span of just over 500 years. Our planetary population growth had already begun to level off with life expectancy hovering around 200 years. Now social scientists believe we can expect a golden age of population stability and intellectual curiosity on our planets.
Prerequisite: Advanced DNA Research, Virus Elimination, Regeneration
Localized Gravity
Earlier today, PressTech Enterprises announced the development of the Personal Gravity Field (PGF). Expensive gravity generators to extend throughout star bases, as individuals can take their preferred gravity with them. We can save billions of dollars in the construction of new star bases, which will now require only two or three gravity modulated areas.
Prerequisite: Gravity Mastering
Necrophone
Communications research at All-Galactic Telecom has taken a bizarre twist. Recent experiments have confirmed that there is indeed an “Ancestral Dimension”. Engineers at AGT have created a device that enables communication with the dead. Researchers report that the dead are not always willing to communicate. However, on occasions when contact has been established, many researchers report receiving stunning messages of life affirmation. At this time, the machines are still very expensive to build, but we can expect improvements in morale for most citizens who can afford to use them. Hopefully, costs will come down in the near future. Talk to you soon, Grandad!
Prerequisite: Nano-Rifts
Neural Augmentation (NAugs)
The development of Omni-Computers, coupled with Advanced DNA Research, has led to a breakthrough in cybernetic implantation. A quick, safe surgical procedure can implant an organic Neural Augmentation module (NAug) that will boost individual memory capacity ten-fold. Imagine having every letter ever written to Penthouse Forum at your beck and call! Alternatively, you might want to NAug yourself with the collected mythologies of ancient Earth or a complete compilation of the warning labels on herbal medicines. It’s your choice!
Prerequisite: Omni-Computers, Advanced DNA Research.
Quantum Computers
Our scientists have finally made a breakthrough in achieving true quantum computing. Previous research into quantum computers was plagued with quantum interference, the infamous “Chaos Paradox”. Quantum computers are capable of handling a thousand trillion instructions per picosecond. With this discovery we can expect to increase our research output by N%. (for game purposes it might be better to reduce the output of the other cultures by N%, to avoid tech burnout on the largest galaxies).
Prerequisite: Advanced AI
End transmission.
~SDC~
Life Extension
We have just taken the penultimate step in life sciences technology. With the development of Life Extension, humans alive today can expect an average life span of just over 500 years. Our planetary population growth had already begun to level off with life expectancy hovering around 200 years. Now social scientists believe we can expect a golden age of population stability and intellectual curiosity on our planets.
Prerequisite: Advanced DNA Research, Virus Elimination, Regeneration
Localized Gravity
Earlier today, PressTech Enterprises announced the development of the Personal Gravity Field (PGF). Expensive gravity generators to extend throughout star bases, as individuals can take their preferred gravity with them. We can save billions of dollars in the construction of new star bases, which will now require only two or three gravity modulated areas.
Prerequisite: Gravity Mastering
Necrophone
Communications research at All-Galactic Telecom has taken a bizarre twist. Recent experiments have confirmed that there is indeed an “Ancestral Dimension”. Engineers at AGT have created a device that enables communication with the dead. Researchers report that the dead are not always willing to communicate. However, on occasions when contact has been established, many researchers report receiving stunning messages of life affirmation. At this time, the machines are still very expensive to build, but we can expect improvements in morale for most citizens who can afford to use them. Hopefully, costs will come down in the near future. Talk to you soon, Grandad!
Prerequisite: Nano-Rifts
Neural Augmentation (NAugs)
The development of Omni-Computers, coupled with Advanced DNA Research, has led to a breakthrough in cybernetic implantation. A quick, safe surgical procedure can implant an organic Neural Augmentation module (NAug) that will boost individual memory capacity ten-fold. Imagine having every letter ever written to Penthouse Forum at your beck and call! Alternatively, you might want to NAug yourself with the collected mythologies of ancient Earth or a complete compilation of the warning labels on herbal medicines. It’s your choice!
Prerequisite: Omni-Computers, Advanced DNA Research.
Quantum Computers
Our scientists have finally made a breakthrough in achieving true quantum computing. Previous research into quantum computers was plagued with quantum interference, the infamous “Chaos Paradox”. Quantum computers are capable of handling a thousand trillion instructions per picosecond. With this discovery we can expect to increase our research output by N%. (for game purposes it might be better to reduce the output of the other cultures by N%, to avoid tech burnout on the largest galaxies).
Prerequisite: Advanced AI
End transmission.
~SDC~
Delivers increased efficiency, decreased happiness
And less uber predictive. Grants bonus to civ and happiness.