As a non-profit, our mission is to assist early-stage start-ups and entrepreneurs in the generation of innovative research and education in the fields of biotechnology, medical therapeutics, life sciences and beyond. To accomplish this we: 1) provide our residents with fully equipped and staffed lab and office space built using modern design principles 2) assist with applications for government and private funding for research, development and generation of a viable business plan 3) provide a range of professional business services from IT, to legal to accounting 4) offer educational opportunities via our mentorship program, memberships to key trade organizations, seminars, access to courses and networking events 5) access to our Advisory Board with expertise ranging from science, to business and entrepreneurship 6) create a collaborative environment that stimulates creative interactions amongst industry, investors, government and academia 7) maintain collaboration with premier research and academic institutions. The facility is conveniently located close to the cross-section of Routes I-95 and I-495, walking distance from the Commuter Rail, and short driving distance from the hubs of Providence and Boston/Cambridge.