{"id":20319,"date":"2022-10-24T09:41:11","date_gmt":"2022-10-24T13:41:11","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/star-trek-fleet-command.1337wiki.com\/unlock-science-labs\/"},"modified":"2026-04-30T17:40:59","modified_gmt":"2026-04-30T21:40:59","slug":"unlock-science-labs","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/star-trek-fleet-command.1337wiki.com\/de\/wissenschaftslabore-freischalten\/","title":{"rendered":"Unlock Science Labs Research Guide: Requirements, Benefits & Upgrade Priority"},"content":{"rendered":"

Wissenschaftliche Labore freischalten<\/strong>\u00a0is a Station Research node in\u00a0Star Trek Fleet Command<\/strong>\u00a0that unlocks the\u00a0Wissenschaftliches Labor<\/strong>\u00a0building. The Wissenschaft<\/a> Lab is a shield-focused station building that supports long-term ship durability, defensive progression, and overall station power.<\/p>\n

This research is important because it opens a new layer of mid-game station development. Once completed, players can build the Science Lab and begin upgrading it for permanent bonuses tied to shield technology.<\/p>\n

<\/span>Quick Facts<\/span><\/h2>\n
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Item<\/th>\nDetails<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n
Research Name<\/td>\nWissenschaftliche Labore freischalten<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Research Type<\/td>\nStation Forschung<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Main Purpose<\/td>\nUnlocks the Science Lab building<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Building Unlocked<\/td>\nWissenschaftliches Labor<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Main Bonus Theme<\/td>\nShield technology<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Best For<\/td>\nMid-game station progression, ship durability, Explorer shield support<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Priority<\/td>\nRecommended once available and affordable<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

<\/span>What Is Unlock Science Labs in STFC?<\/span><\/h2>\n

Unlock Science Labs is a research unlock that allows players to construct the\u00a0Wissenschaftliches Labor<\/strong>\u00a0in their station. It is part of the Station Research path and becomes relevant once players reach the stage of the game where specialized technology Geb\u00e4ude<\/a> begin to matter.<\/p>\n

The Science Lab is not a ship, officer, or one-time combat boost. It is a permanent station building that adds value over time as it is upgraded. Its bonuses support shield-related progression, making it useful for players who want stronger survivability across combat activities.<\/p>\n

Completing Unlock Science Labs is the first step. The real benefit comes after the Science Lab is built and upgraded.<\/p>\n

<\/span>What Does Unlock Science Labs Do?<\/span><\/h2>\n

Unlock Science Labs does one primary thing: it unlocks access to the\u00a0Wissenschaftliches Labor<\/strong>\u00a0building.<\/p>\n

After the research is completed, the Science Lab becomes available as a station building. Once constructed, it can be upgraded to provide shield-related bonuses and contribute to overall station power.<\/p>\n

<\/span>Science Lab Benefits<\/span><\/h2>\n

The Science Lab is focused on defensive technology. Its bonuses are tied to shield performance, which makes it useful for improving ship durability over time.<\/p>\n

Shield Deflection<\/h3>\n

Shield deflection helps reduce incoming damage against a ship\u2019s shields. This is valuable because shields are one of the first major layers of protection in combat.<\/p>\n

A stronger shield profile can help ships last longer in hostile grinding, Missionen<\/a>, PvP, armadas, and other combat situations where survivability matters.<\/p>\n

Explorer Shield Health<\/h3>\n

The Science Lab also supports Explorer shield health. This makes it especially useful for players who rely on Explorers as part of their combat lineup.<\/p>\n

Explorer shield health is important because Explorers often play a major role in the combat triangle. Improving their shield durability can make them more reliable in fights where they are already the preferred ship class.<\/p>\n

Station Power<\/h3>\n

Like other station buildings, the Science Lab also contributes to station power. While power is not the only measure of account strength, station power reflects permanent development and helps represent the long-term value of upgrades.<\/p>\n

<\/span>Is Unlock Science Labs Mandatory?<\/span><\/h2>\n

Unlock Science Labs should be treated as a core progression research, not a luxury upgrade.<\/p>\n

Players may be able to delay it briefly if they are saving for a major Betrieb<\/a> upgrade or lack the resources to build the Science Lab immediately. However, it should not be ignored for long. The Science Lab is part of the station\u2019s long-term development path and may become relevant for future upgrade requirements, power growth, and research progression.<\/p>\n

If the research is available and the player can afford to build the Science Lab afterward, it is usually worth completing.<\/p>\n

<\/span>When Should You Research Unlock Science Labs?<\/span><\/h2>\n

Unlock Science Labs should be researched when it becomes available and when your station economy can support the building that comes after it.<\/p>\n

The best time to complete it is when:<\/p>\n