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Stone Soup! Dstl has created an open source framework to help standardise, test, and speed up new ideas in sensor fusion and tracking for today’s defence needs. gov.uk/government/cas… #sensorfusion #UniversityofLiverpool

🔥 Hotter than molten lava The UK has established its first sovereign manufacturing capability for ultrahigh temperature materials which are vital for space, hypersonic and propulsion systems 👉 gov.uk/government/new… #AdvancedMaterials #UKManufacturing

We’ve completed a trial accelerating the development of next generation atomic clocks, boosting secure and resilient timing for UK defence operations This trial strengthens the UK's innovation in quantum timing technology 🔗 gov.uk/government/new… #RoyalNavy #DefenceHQ

We're working with the EPSRC to fund vital defence research! Dstl’s partnership with the Engineering and Physical Sciences Research Council (EPSRC) funds defence research such as using AI to help improve intelligence work. gov.uk/government/cas… #epsrc #defenceresearch #AI

Dstl has launched Creative Futures, a new sci‑fi collection imagining defence & security up to the year 2122. 🔗 gov.uk/government/new… #CreativeFutures #SciFiBooks #DefenceInnovation #ScienceFiction #BookLaunch

The Defence Office for Small Business Growth has been launched today, supporting small businesses to bid for and win more defence contracts. 🔗gov.uk/government/new…

RT @DefenceHQ: The UK is doubling investment in autonomous systems. A new drone engineering degree at @nmite_ac will help build the workfo…

We’ve supported ECRS Mk2 for 15+ years. From concept to prototyping and now into service, we’ve worked closely with UK industry & MOD partners to help deliver this world‑leading radar capability. And we’ll continue supporting its evolution for years to come.

Dstl's Research Cloud is making it easier for businesses to carry out research and development work for Defence 🌐Access MOD’s science and technology funding opportunities 💻Free, easy registration ✔️Streamlined contracting Find out more, 28 January: eventbrite.co.uk/e/category-man…

We are proud to have supported this successful operation by providing specialist personnel and X-ray equipment, and calculating the potential blast envelope to ensure the safety of local residents. shorturl.at/jWkox

For 2026, our mission continues: delivering science and technology that keeps the UK secure and gives our Armed Forces the edge, today and for the future. 🔗Find out more: gov.uk/government/org…

Honours for Dstl staff making a vital impact on UK defence & security! 👏👏 Incredibly proud of our staff who have been recognised 🎖️+150 VCDS commendations for exceptional contributions 👉 gov.uk/government/new… #Dstl #NewYearsHonours #DefenceScience #VCDSCommendations

Merry Christmas from everyone at Dstl!

We finish our #2025wrappedup series with a look at one of the UK’s most restricted wildlife habitats Our team works tirelessly to enable science and technology while protecting the environment Here’s to continuing that mission in 2026! 📽️youtu.be/Mgs4ySQXHPI?si…

The UK’s largest defence AI trial took place this year across land, sea and air. Around 200 of our scientists contributed to this groundbreaking effort. Read more: gov.uk/government/new… #2025wrappedup

Launched from a ship or shoreline, Dstl successfully trialled an advanced underwater robot in 2025, designed to protect critical infrastructure beneath the waves. Read more: gov.uk/government/new… #2025wrappedup

Mussel-inspired glue🦪 2025 saw breakthroughs in an underwater glue which could soon be providing UK Armed Forces with an operational edge following successful trials in Portsmouth. Discover more: gov.uk/government/new… #2025wrappedup

Dstl helped British soldiers neutralise drone swarms using cutting-edge radio wave weapons. Learn how we trialled a new UK-developed directed energy weapon earlier this year 👇 gov.uk/government/new… #2025wrappedup

How do you see the risks and benefits of emerging and disruptive technology? What's the impact on society or industry? If you're aged 18 to 34, submit your think piece: gov.uk/government/new… #EmergingTech #DisruptiveTechnology #TechImpact #YouthVoices #natosto

This year, Dstl trialled a remote-controlled mine plough to protect soldiers and speed up operations. A major step forward in battlefield safety. #2025wrappedup Here's a reminder of the mine plough system being put through its paces 👉 gov.uk/government/new…