Defence and Security Accelerator

Defence and Security Accelerator
Agency overview
Formed2016[citation needed]
JurisdictionUnited Kingdom
Headquarters
Agency executive
Parent agency
Ministry of Defence
WebsiteOfficial website

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]

References

  1. ^ a b "About us - Defence and Security Accelerator". GOV.UK. Retrieved August 16, 2025.
  2. ^ a b Butcher, Mike (February 14, 2025). "NATO backs its first cohort of European dual-use startups". techcrunch.com.
  3. ^ "DASA seeks ways in which human augmentation can benefit defence and security". GOV.UK. May 4, 2022.
  4. ^ "UK Defense Competition Calls for Autonomous Tech To Strengthen Military Capabilities". ccn.com. April 2, 2025.

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