Synthetic Biology Research for Advanced Energetic Materials by Cranfield University
Defence Science and Technology Laboratory · Awarded contract
AwardedSynthetic Biology Research for Advanced Energetic Materials by Cranfield University
Awarded 25 May 2022
Awarded25 May 2022
Value£914,704.75
SupplierCRANFIELD UNIVERSITY
RegionUnited Kingdom
CategoryDefense & Aerospace
Ended 2y 1mo ago2y 4mo term
Awarded 25 May 2022Expired 30 Sept 2024
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The Defence Science and Technology Laboratory awarded a contract to Cranfield University for research into the use of synthetic biology to support the development of advanced energetic materials.
The project aims to accelerate the discovery and delivery of new explosives and energetic materials for UK Defence and Homeland Security, focusing on novel energetic molecules for warhead and propulsion formulations.
This high technical risk, low technology readiness level research programme seeks to harness new and under-exploited technologies to identify new energetic materials and synthesis pathways.
The contract value is AUD 914,704.75.
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