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Major electromagnetic technology trial demonstrated deception and countermeasures in both offensive and defensive capacities.
A revolutionary UK-built atomic clock will make military operations more secure through experimental quantum technology.
Two Dstl experts recognised in the King’s New Year Honours List 2025 for their exceptional contributions to science, defence, and national security.
Dstl's expert analysis helps the MOD make the right strategic choices when planning UK munition stockpiles and investment.
British soldiers have successful trialled for the first time a game-changing weapon that can take down a swarm of drones using radio waves for less than the cost of a pack of mince pies.
Dstl has worked with partners from the computer games industry to develop a new generation of tools that are helping military leaders make effective decisions.
Dstl scientists work in partnership with the UK armed forces and industry to ensure that future warfighters have the best air combat capability.
First ever UK high-energy laser weapon system mounted on an armoured vehicle at a UK trials range.
Dstl is informing Government plans and helping keep people safe through research into how crowds react in an emergency or terrorist attack.
DASA and UKMFC seek novel technology options to enhance the UK’s Microbial Forensic capability
Dstl helps capability decision-making for the Royal Navy, saves money and creates wealth for the UK.
British soldiers are to receive high-tech rifle sights, helping them to better track and shoot the enemy in dark conditions.
Her work started in electronics and instrumenting explosive events and later identifying ways to protect troops in Afghanistan from rocket-propelled grenades.
In recent years, there has been a resurgence in using wargaming to support decision making across the MOD and, to some extent, wider government.
Dstl scientific expertise and advice is at the heart of the Ministry of Defence’s ambitions in space.
RAF pilots are one step closer to being equipped with a cutting-edge air-protection laser self-protection system, following 100% successful live-fire trials.
Dstl will test a short wave infrared camera to identify objects in orbit over the South Pole as part of a space domain awareness trial.
The fifth annual event will bring together themes including quantum, AI, electronic systems, antennas and space technologies.
Military science and technology organisations agree to partner on critical research areas in support of defence and security.
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