Defence Science and Technology Laboratory
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Staff from the Defence Science and Technology Laboratory (Dstl) have been recognised for their outstanding scientific and technical work.

The Defence Science and Technology Laboratory has announced the winners of a student competition to write an essay about potential threats and opportunities.

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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.

Icarus advances armoured vehicle protection
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Armoured vehicles could benefit from increased protection against current and future threats under research being conducted by Dstl.

Dstl exploits the latest in robotics and AI to create effective and trustworthy uncrewed platforms and autonomous systems for the UK’s security and defence.

Dstl (Defence Science and Technology Laboratory) is pioneering the use of autonomous mobile robotics within the scientific research laboratory.

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The Defence Science and Technology Laboratory (Dstl) is the science inside UK defence and security.
Dstl is an executive agency, sponsored by the Ministry of Defence.
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Salisbury
Wiltshire
SP4 0JQ (Alternative postcode for some sat-nav systems: SP4 0JG)
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