The work done by the Defence Science and Technology Laboratory (DSTL) at Porton Down helps deliver the latest scientific and technological advantages for the UK's defence and security. This includes the means to tackle chemical and biological attacks as well as injuries from conventional warfare. I know it is not the answer you were hoping to receive, but part of DSTL's role is to find solutions to problems that unfortunately cannot currently be addressed without the use of animals in research.
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