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ISSUE 80
JUN 19-25, 2026
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Defence Science and Technology Laboratory

Dstl

The Defence Science and Technology Laboratory (Dstl) brings mission success to UK defence and security through science and technology advantage. Dstl is an executive agency, sponsored by the Ministry of Defence .

The Defence Science and Technology Laboratory (Dstl) brings mission success to UK defence and security through science and technology advantage. Dstl is an executive agency, sponsored by the Ministry of Defence .

Senior Staff

Dr Tim Sheldon
Chief Delivery Officer
Rob Cocks
Chief Finance Officer
Simon Donnan
Chief Operating Officer
Teresa Stanley
Chief People Officer
Prof Andy Bell
Chief Science and Technology Officer

Latest Publications

Honours recognition for Dstl personnel
Press release
Dstl achieves UK’s first optical downlink from space
News story
Using neuroscience to sharpen RAF warfighting readiness
Case Study
Dstl develops first smart ‘find and strike’ system for faster battlefield decisions
News story
Dstl assesses robotic systems in hazardous incident recovery trial
News story
Access Dstl's published research
Detailed guide