(props to Sil for originally posting these. condensing 'em to make it easier to navigate)
Lost Eden Frequently Asked Questions:
Lost Eden FAQ #1: Using the New Research System and GUI
Lost Eden FAQ #2: Global Research and How it Works
Lost Eden FAQ #3: Battlestations!
Lost Eden FAQ #4: Victory Points
Lost Eden FAQ #5: Personal Research Actions
Lost Eden FAQ #6: Alien Mothership Missions
Lost Eden FAQ #7: Notum Wars Additions