The Defence Science and Technology Laboratory (Dstl) brings strategic advantage to UK defence and security through science and technology.

Dstl is the Ministry of Defence (MOD)’s science and technology organisation, working collaboratively with our partners in industry, academia and internationally. We provide unique expertise, specialist advice and deliver battle-winning solutions for the benefit of the nation and allies.

We sustain and grow science and technology capabilities that must remain in government (the UK’s sovereign capabilities), and help develop capabilities that are managed elsewhere, for example, in industry and academia.

Dstl acts as a trusted interface between MOD, wider government, the private sector and academia to help to solve defence and security challenges.

We are proud to be part of the National Armaments Director (NAD) Group. Together, we maximise our warfighters’ ability to operate, deter, fight and win.