The Laboratory for Geocultural Analysis (GeoLab) is a research and educational institution operating since 2000 as an independent, virtual network of researchers across the world. The network envisions a world in which diverse and complex regional and global governance and cultural issues are identified, understood, and innovatively resolved. 

GeoLab was founded in 2002 as an independent research unit of the Department of Foreign Languages, Translation and Interpreting, School of Human Sciences of the Ionian University in Corfu. The Laboratory for Geocultural Analysis serves educational and research needs in the subjects of International Relations, Economic Geography, Cultural Heritage, Political Science, Comparative Law, Diplomatic History, International Economic Relations of European institutions, intercultural studies, and foreign languages, countries, and cultures. The highly interdisciplinary research and academic work of the laboratory is supported by individual actions and research programs that are projected through the GEOLAB platform. GEOLAB is the executing body of the mission of the UNESCO Chair of the Ionian University and support unit of the Hellenic Sinology Center.

The Laboratory for Geocultural Analysis is not funded by the state budget. Economic support comes from institutions, associations, companies and individuals who have an interest in scientific research and institute engagement areas. Other sources of funding are the European and international programs, to provide scientific services and expertise services, while a part of its budget on operating expenses is available through the institutional budget.

The Laboratory for Geocultural Analysis is oriented toward international cooperation and action. The publications are in different languages and with regard to monographs and books, they are made in cooperation with Papazisis, Athens. The researchers publish articles, occasional, working papers, and briefing papers, as well as newsletters.

Towards new ideas and approaches to contemporary issues, GeoLab establishes a series of annual lectures where known scholars and thinkers offer a unique central speaking on specialization or enscholisis. Finally, GeoLab takes part in the public debate on national and international issues by participating in, hosting, or organizing conferences, seminars and roundtables.