Defence and Security Accelerator (DASA)
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Location
Scotland
Applications
Rolling (always open)
DASA funds innovative ideas to improve UK defence and security. This is an open call for new technologies and solutions. The funding amount is not specified in the available information. There are no set deadlines as this appears to be a rolling programme. You can apply if you have innovative defence or security ideas. The programme is open to applicants in Scotland. DASA typically funds research and development projects. You will need to show how your idea helps UK defence or security.
Key requirements:
- Must have innovative defence or security idea
- Must help improve UK defence and/or security
This grant is for innovators and businesses with ideas that could improve UK defence or security. You need to be based in Scotland. The programme welcomes new technologies and creative solutions to defence challenges.
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This DASA open call is looking for innovative ideas that will help improve the defence and/or security of the UK.
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