From Leaf to
Lab-Ready Protein
Inspired by nature, we specialise in extracting and refining silk proteins with full control of the production chain – from organic mulberry cultivation at Orto San Marco to high-purity, lab- ready proteins. Our closed-loop approach guarantees full traceability and compliance with high-quality standards. Beyond product supply, we transfer knowledge consolidated through more than 35 years of scientific research and over 5 years of operational silk production, further reinforcing our commitment to innovation.
From innovation
to application
OSILK BRIDGES PIONEERING RESEARCH WITH REAL-WORLD SOLUTIONS.
Applications
Osilk delivers silk proteins with defined molecular integrity and reproducibility, ensuring consistent performance across research, development and industrial settings with guaranteed traceability, quality and scalability. Our proteins can serve as reliable buildingblocks for multiple high-value sectors, where stability, biocompatibility and versatility are critical. With this approach, we bridge the gap between fundamental research and market-ready solutions, offering partners both materials and expertise to transform innovation into tangible impact.
Biomedicine
In biomedicine silk proteins provide biocompatible and biodegradable matrices that serve as scaffolds for tissue engineering and wound healing.
Pharmaceuticals
In pharmaceuticals, they act as stabilising carriers and as vectors enabling the controlled delivery of active principles.
Nutrition
In nutrition, their balanced amino acid profile, high digestibility, and proven biocompatibility highlight their potential as sustainable functional protein sources and as coatings that preserve fruit freshness and stability.
Cosmetics
In cosmetics, they function not only as protective film-forming agents but also as nurturing biomaterials that enhance skin and hair health.
Products
From our extracted fibroin and sericin, a wide range of innovative products can be developed. Potential applications include biomedical devices, wound dressings, scaffolds for tissue engineering, drug delivery systems, cosmetics for skin and hair care, functional nutrition ingredients and protective edible coatings, as well as advanced technical materials for industrial use such as innovative bioinks.
At OSilk, we collaborate closely with research institutes and private companies to co-develop tailor-made solutions, leveraging our scientific know-how and production expertise to accelerate innovation.
Our company
Our company is built on more than 35 years of internationally recognised research, which forms the foundation of everything we do. Drawing on this scientific heritage, we have developed deep expertise in the production of organic silk, combining traditional practices with advanced technological processes. Over the past years, this knowledge has been translated into a vertically integrated model that allows us to cultivate, process and refine silk proteins with precision and care.
Team
Giulia Pizzini
Operations Manager
Giulia coordinates day-to-day activities and project implementation, ensuring smooth integration between research, production and client support. She plays a key role in transforming our knowledge base into solutions that meet the needs of diverse industries.
Antonella Motta
Scientific Director
With over 35 years of academic and applied research, Antonella is the scientific backbone of OSilk. She oversees the development of our extraction processes and ensures that innovation is grounded in scientific rigour and sustainability.
Tommaso Manfrini
Managing Director &
Head of Production
Tommaso leads OSilk’s operations and production, focusing on scaling silk protein technologies from research to industrial application. An Agricultural Technician and CEO of Mangiotrentino, he brings extensive experience in agri-industrial operations and supply chain management.
