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Home to several hundred exciting companies and breakthrough innovations since 2009, the VDC is a dream destination for startups because of its low rent, prime location, top tier infrastructure and rich bouquet of support services for Massachusetts entrepreneurs. To take advantage of the low costs – an estimated 50% lower than comparable market rates in Boston – the VDC encourages ALL funded startups in ALL fields of endeavors to apply for membership as soon as possible.  
Key features of currently available dry lab spaces are as follows:
-The labs and office are fully connected, carpeted and furnished with secured 24-hour access to office space.  
-VDC Companies are eligible for Innovation Vouchers from the state of MA for subsidized use of the core facilities.
-Companies may access all campus core facilities, advanced equipment and research consultation/support from faculty and core facility professional staff. [https://www.umb.edu/core-facilities/]
-VDC membership provides use of co-working spaces: conference rooms, board rooms, mailboxes, modern kitchen / patio, and eating space.
-Access to Campus facilities: Parking, Public Transportation / UMass Boston T Shuttle buses, Campus Food Court, Gym and Health Center.