Defence Science and Technology Laboratory
(DSTL)
The Defence Science and Technology Laboratory
(Dstl) is an agency of the Ministry of Defence (MOD) and exists to
supply impartial, scientific and technical research and advice to
the MOD and other government departments. Dstl is the centre of
scientific excellence for the UK Ministry of Defence, and its
3,500-strong workforce includes some of the nation's most talented
and creative scientists.
Major areas of expertise include biotechnology; physical, chemical
and medical research; and advanced materials. Activities include
world-class research in expedient surgical approaches, vaccine
development, microbiological containment, drug evaluation and
efficacy testing, toxicology, pharmacology, physiology, trauma and
surgery, behavioural science, human science and animal
breeding
Dstl sites in the South West include Porton Down, Winfrith, and
Bincleaves.
Contact
Defence Science and Technology Laboratory
Porton Down
Salisbury
Wiltshire
SP4 0JQ
Tel: +44(0)1980 613121
Fax: +44(0)1980 613004
Email: mailto:centralenquiries@dstl.gov.uk
Website: http://www.dstl.gov.uk/