Defence and Security Accelerator

UK defence research funding body From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia

The Defence and Security Accelerator (DASA) is a branch of the UK's Ministry of Defence that funds external development of innovative (often dual use) technologies for the British Armed Forces.[1][2] It is headquartered in Porton Down, with a hub in White City, London.[1] Research projects it has offered funding for include human enhancement,[3] autonomous weapons[4] and surveillance.[2]

Formed2016[citation needed]
JurisdictionUnited Kingdom
HeadquartersPorton Down, Wiltshire
Agency executive
  • Anita Friend, Head
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Defence and Security Accelerator
Agency overview
Formed2016[citation needed]
JurisdictionUnited Kingdom
HeadquartersPorton Down, Wiltshire
Agency executive
  • Anita Friend, Head
Parent agencyMinistry of Defence
WebsiteOfficial website
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