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Dstl is exploring the potential for cutting-edge autonomous robotic solutions to detect life threatening chemical, biological and radiological (CBR) hazards.
Space Command will protect UK interests and capabilities in Space
First published during the 2019 to 2022 Johnson Conservative government
Attendees of Dstl's inaugural Influence Wargaming Conference tested their influencing and decision-making skills against a series of real-life international scenarios.
Dstl is a place where everyone can thrive, succeed and achieve their ambitions, regardless of background, circumstances, experiences or characteristics.
Sea mine disposal could be transformed using an innovative technique that is being researched by Dstl (Defence Science and Technology Laboratory).
Meet high-flyer Jake who has been working as an exchange officer with the Defence Science and Technology Laboratory on its space programme for the past 2 years.
Dstl, the science inside UK defence, has awarded a new contract to MBDA to lead on the new Complex Weapons Innovation and Technology Partnership (CW ITP).
Recruitment opens for artificial intelligence and data science in Dstl's planned Newcastle office.
Three SMEs have won contracts to develop semi-autonomous reconnaissance and survey systems to help the military cross rivers, streams and bogs
The Defence Science and Technology Laboratory (Dstl) celebrates its 20th anniversary on 2 July 2021 as the science inside UK defence and security.
The Defence Science Technology Laboratory (Dstl) has been awarded £3.5 million to develop innovative new missile systems.
As one of our leading experts, Junayd pushes the boundaries of space technology. He even helped the UK government operate its first satellite in over 17 years.
The Defence Science and Technology Laboratory showcases its world-leading research carried out for the Department for Transport.
Omar is one of Dstl's newest recruits. His role in electro-optic countermeasures mixes "really cool scientific stuff" with working alongside the armed forces.
The design for a safer and more effective way to breach doors is based on research by Dstl and has been licensed to a specialist UK company.
Science lab urges best minds in industry, academia, engineering, science, and technology to work with UK specialists to combat future threats.
Over the next year, DASA will release a series of challenge “drops” to find and fund solutions to major space hurdles, with up to £2m in funding available
Dstl staff have been recognised with Commendation Awards from the Vice Chief of the Defence Staff (VCDS). There is one individual award, three team awards and one group award.
Have an innovative idea that tackles security challenges in the UK? Submit your innovation to our new security-themed Open Call!
Following her degree in artist blacksmithing, Louise has become a full time electronics engineering apprentice at Dstl.
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