Judging by the use of a hologram away from your base on a silicon mine I don't think it really matters
You're right Yerand. Didn't end up mattering in my game but if spies weren't available it might have. It's always awkward to see a patent lab turned off in most any scenario but your point is well taken.
This one isn't really a pressing emergency issue. Just wanted to bring it up because it looked odd.