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UK commits GBP 19.6 million to defence-linked metamaterials research hub

Science Minister Lord Vallance announced GBP 19.6 million for Exeter's MetaHUB metamaterials centre (GBP 10.5 million from UKRI's EPSRC, GBP 4.5 million private). QinetiQ, Leonardo and Dstl back the dual-use defence and civilian research.

Verified AI-drafted University of Exeter press release, 24 May 2025

What it does not test. Does not establish how the research converts into fielded capability, or which partner supplied the GBP 4.5 million private share.

How this item counts. This item is dated before the index starts on 1 January 2026, so it does not count in the European Sovereignty Index.

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