A number of people suggested that resources should be visible on the map even before they are actually researched, so they have an idea what to spend the Advancement Points on.
So, check out the beta branch (pwd: KuChwaleGorda).
We've made a change to displaying resources on the main map. Now, if a resource has not yet been researched (shown in gray in the Research screen), it will show up gray and semi-transparent on the main map too. You will be able to see the location to decide whether it's worth to spend points on it. Note that the corresponding 3d model will not be shown until you actually research the material, we want as little confusion as possible here, so you don't run across the map and set up a camp only to discover you don't know that material yet.
Please test and let us know what you think!