The SGL has developed an international network of cooperation and has signed collaboration protocols with Institutes, Universities and Organizations such as the EU Joint Research Centre (JRC), the Austrian Environment Agency, The University of Cyprus, the University of Greece etc. Bilateral cooperations have also been developed for the exchange of information, expertise and the implementation of research programs with other European laboratories.
Research is an important pillar of the scientific and technological development of the State General Laboratory (SGL).
Basic aims:
investigation or detection of problems and emerging threats
support and implementation of Policies and Legislation in all aspects of SGL's responsibilities
Special sectors
Food Safety
Water and Environment
Environment and Health
Authenticity and geographical origin of products
Funding
The research is funded through the EU as well as national funds mainly from the National Research Promotion Foundation and the Ministry of Health.
Research and Development Projects funded by the EU
| Project Title | Project duration |
| Transition Facility Project (2004/016-926.03.01) - “Food Safety – Risk Assessment” |  |
| Twinning Light Project (2004/1B/OT-TL) “Implementation of the EU Acquis in the area of Authenticity of Wines and Spirits” | |
| Reduction of Environmental Risk posed by Emerging Contaminants | |
| VIROBATHE | |
| ESBIO | |
| AIRMEX | |
| BUMA | |
| Development of Integrated Water Monitoring Program and Tools for cost-effective monitoring and assessment to support sustainability of water resources and the implementation of Water Framework Directive 2000/60/EC in Cyprus | |
| Development of Capabilities for Integrated Risk Assessment of Chemicals at the State General Laboratory | |
| Sustainability of Nuclear Institutions and Knowledge Management | |
| RER 7/003 Regional Technical Co-operation Marine Environmental Assessment of the Mediterranean Region | |
Research Projects financially supported by the Cyprus Foundation for the Promotion of Research
| Project Title | Project duration |
| The Authenticity of the Cypriot Traditional Wine “Commandaria” | 2004 - 2007 |
| Authenticity of Cypriot Honey | 2005 - 2008 |
| Spectroscopy and Chemometrics as tools for the determination of the authenticity of alcoholic drinks | 2007 - 2010 |
| Spectroscopic and Chemometric Characterization of Slovenian and Cypriot juices | 2006-2008
2008-2010 |
| A study on the allergic effects of proteins of Cypriot and Greek carobs – Investigation of their potential usage in gluten free bakery products | 2007 - 2009 |
| Development of a molecular method for the detection of sesame protein in foodstuffs | 2007 - 2009 |
| Contribution to the improvement of Public Health by monitoring the possible presence of enteroviruses and adenoviruses in the swimming pool water | 2007 - 2008 |
| Contribution to the extinction of poliomyelitis with the surveillence of the frequency of polio in sewage | 2005 - 2007 |
Research Projects financially supported by the Ministry of Health
| Project Title | Project duration |
| Επιπτώσεις παθητικού καπνίσματος στα παιδιά - Προσδιορισμός νικοτίνης στον αέρα των σπιτιών καπνιστών και κοτινίνης στο σίελο των παιδιών | |
| Incidence and levels of Cafestol and Kahweol in Coffee Brews | |
| Cannabis use during Pregnancy | |
| Investigation of Phthalate Esters in Plastic Children Toys and Childcare Articles | |
| N–Nitrosamines and N-Nitrosatable substances released from teats and soothers | |
| Furan levels in Food | |
| Comparative study of the presence of lactose and milk proteins in foodstuffs with regard to their labelling - Protection of allergic and intolerant consumers | |
| Investigation of Persistent Organic Pollutants in infant formulae and follow on formulae | |
| Investigation of Pesticide Residues in baby food of plant origin | |
| Levels of lipids in coffee types that cause increase of LDL cholesterol, triglycerides and liver enzymes in blood and Ochratoxin A | |
| Investigation and control of adulteration and authenticity of extra virgin olive oil and other types of olive oil | |
| Investigation of the quality of water used for human consumption | |