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The home of Defence Science and Technology Laboratory on GOV.UK. The Defence Science and Technology Laboratory (Dstl) works within UK defence and security.
At DASA, we find and fund exploitable innovation to support UK defence and security quickly and effectively, and support UK prosperity.
Dstl employs some of the world's brightest people. We're always on the lookout for talented, creative, dedicated and innovative individuals to join us.
A military laser which could boost the UK Armed Forces with greater accuracy while reducing the reliance on high-cost ammunition has reached its next milestone.
First published during the 2022 to 2024 Sunak Conservative government
The Defence Science and Technology Laboratory (Dstl) works within UK defence and security.
A new game-changing weapon that uses radio waves to disable enemy electronics and take down multiple drones at once is under development for the UK’s armed forces.
Suppliers of science and technology research can sign up to R-Cloud to access opportunities from across the Ministry of Defence (MOD).
Details of Defence and Security Accelerator funding, organised by the financial year.
The rollout of laser weapons systems far quicker than expected, following defence procurement reforms, with DragonFire to be on Royal Navy warships from 2027.
Scratch the surface and experience innovation first-hand at the Defence Science and Technology Laboratory (Dstl).
Answering the myths and misconceptions.
View highlights of some of our most recently published research on this page. You can also download a complete list of our published research.
AI is one of the fastest-moving areas of technological advancement in government defence, bringing the capability to counter threats and create opportunities.
Guidance on the many ways for suppliers to work with the Defence Science and Technology Laboratory (Dstl).
Development of a standard approach for AI and autonomy in networked multi-sensor systems in security and defence.
This guidance explains our competition process and how your proposal is assessed.
Earn, learn and grow new skills as an apprentice at the Defence Science and Technology Laboratory.
How to submit a proposal to the Defence and Security Accelerator
Explore Dstl’s science and technology work by subject area and find out about our specialist services and facilities.
The Defence Science and Technology Laboratory (Dstl) has set up a £42.5m research partnership to develop ground-breaking new materials.
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