The Defence Science and Technology Laboratory (Dstl) is an agency of the Ministry of Defence (MOD) Dstl is the centre of scientific excellence for the UK Ministry of Defence, housing one of the largest groups of scientists, analysts and engineers in public service in the country.  Its 3,500-strong workforce includes some of the nation’s most talented and creative scientists and analysts.

Dstl exists to supply the very best, impartial, scientific and technical research and advice to the MOD and Other Government Departments; with the brief to ensure that the UK Armed Forces and Government are supported by world class scientific advice, it delivers defence research, specialist technical services and the ability to track global technological developments.

Dstl have tackled some of the most challenging science and technology problems facing the UK Government and have developed some exciting solutions. Our analysis work supports government decision making from overall force planning and military capability decisions to peacetime management; and in direct support to the front-line both in the UK and on operations. Our work is highly valued by all those we work with, who depend on our advice being the very best for when it really matters.