Porton Down

Porton Down is a government laboratory in the UK, established in 1916, primarily focused on researching biological and chemical warfare agents. It plays a critical role in developing defenses against potential threats to public health and national security. The facility conducts scientific research on diseases, toxins, and countermeasures. Porton Down has been involved in various public controversies over its experiments, especially regarding transparency and ethics. It is situated near Salisbury, Wiltshire, and is part of the UK’s Defence Science and Technology Laboratory, contributing to defense and health security.