Defence and Security Accelerator
| Agency overview | |
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| Formed | 2016 |
| Jurisdiction | United Kingdom |
| Headquarters | Porton Down, Wiltshire |
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| Parent agency | Ministry of Defence |
| Website | Official 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. It is headquartered in Porton Down, with a hub in White City, London. Research projects it has offered funding for include human enhancement, autonomous weapons and surveillance.