Innovation Works is launching AlphaLab to accelerate the development of software, interactive games and Internet-related companies. AlphaLab provides funding, free office space, and intense business mentoring for up to twelve companies per year that will be selected in two, six-month cycles. The immersive AlphaLab experience helps companies rapidly develop their technology, test and improve â?~alpha' (early iteration) releases and move toward successful commercial launch of their software product. AlphaLab is now accepting applications from entrepreneurs to join the first group of companies to begin the six-month program in May. The on-line application must be submitted by March 31, 2008 and can be found at www.iwAlphaLab.org .Applications for AlphaLab will be reviewed by a committee of business advisors, software developers, and the Innovation Works' AlphaLab team. A select number of companies will be asked to make in-person presentations. Companies will be selected for participation in AlphaLab based on uniqueness of the concept, the technology's market potential, and the team's ability to develop and execute a business model with AlphaLab's assistance.