Before Activated Silk, there was Gregory Altman and Rebecca “Beck” Lacouture. Greg and Beck graduated with PhDs in biotechnology engineering and biomedical engineering, respectively—and have been partners in silk chemistry since their days as students.
Before Activated Silk™, there was Gregory Altman and Rebecca “Beck” Lacouture. Fascinated by silk’s natural biocompatibility, Greg and Beck graduated with PhDs in biotechnology engineering and biomedical engineering—and have been partners in silk chemistry for more than a decade.
Before Activated Silk™, there was Gregory Altman and Rebecca “Beck” Lacouture. Fascinated by silk’s natural biocompatibility, Greg and Beck graduated with PhDs in biotechnology engineering and biomedical engineering—and have been partners in silk chemistry for more than a decade.
Before Activated Silk™, there was Gregory Altman and Rebecca “Beck” Lacouture. Fascinated by silk’s natural biocompatibility, Greg and Beck graduated with PhDs in biotechnology engineering and biomedical engineering—and have been partners in silk chemistry for nearly two decades.
Before Activated Silk™, there was Gregory Altman and Rebecca “Beck” Lacouture. Fascinated by silk’s natural biocompatibility, Greg and Beck graduated with PhDs in biotechnology engineering and biomedical engineering—and have been partners in silk chemistry for more than a decade.
It wasn’t until Beck’s ovarian cancer diagnosis in her 20s that the duo realized that reinventing silk in liquid form could replace harmful ingredients in skincare products and create a platform for entirely unique and biocompatible benefits across nearly any industry.
But it wasn’t until Beck’s ovarian cancer diagnosis that the duo realized that reinventing silk in liquid form could replace harmful ingredients in skincare products and create a platform for entirely unique and biocompatible benefits across almost any industry. Safer for the human body—safer for anybody—safer for the planet.
But it wasn’t until Beck’s ovarian cancer diagnosis that the duo realized that reinventing silk in liquid form could replace harmful ingredients in skincare products and create a platform for entirely unique and biocompatible benefits across almost any industry. Safer for the human body—safer for anybody—safer for the planet.
They founded Evolved By Nature (previously Silk Inc.) in Boston, Massachusetts, in 2013. The company holds patents covering a wide variety of silk molecular compositions and continues to discover, develop and commercialize new applications for natural silk, supported by a growing team of scientists, engineers and other experts who are passionate about putting an end to hidden, harmful chemicals.
After founding Evolved By Nature (originally Silk, Inc.) in Boston, Massachusetts, in 2013, Greg and Beck continue to develop and discover new, life-changing applications for silk, backed by a growing team of other scientists, innovators, and partners.
After founding Evolved By Nature (originally Silk Inc.) in Boston, MA in 2013, Greg and Beck continue to develop and discover new, life-changing applications for silk, backed by a growing team of other scientists, innovators, and partners.
More about our founders
Dr Gregory Altman
Co-Founder and CEO
A leading expert in natural silk biomaterials, Greg heads strategy and innovation at Evolved By Nature. His extensive research into silk’s biocompatibility with the human body led to the creation of his first company, Serica Technologies, where he and Dr. Rebecca Lacouture developed the first FDA-approved silk-based medical device for soft tissue reconstruction. This breakthrough technology was acquired by Allergan, where Greg served as Vice President of Research and Development and General Manager before co-founding Evolved By Nature in 2013. The inventor for several patents on clean silk technology, Greg holds a PhD in Biotechnology Engineering and BS in Chemistry from Tufts University. He is married to an environmental sociologist and is the proud father of two boys.
Dr Gregory Altman
Co-Founder and CEO
A leading expert in natural silk biomaterials, Greg heads strategy and innovation at Evolved By Nature. His extensive research into silk’s biocompatibility with the human body led to the creation of his first company, Serica Technologies, where he and Dr. Rebecca Lacouture developed the first FDA-approved silk-based medical device for soft tissue reconstruction. This breakthrough technology was acquired by Allergan, where Greg served as Vice President of Research and Development and General Manager before co-founding Evolved By Nature in 2013. The inventor for several patents on clean silk technology, Greg holds a PhD in Biotechnology Engineering and BS in Chemistry from Tufts University. He is married to an environmental sociologist and is the proud father of two young boys.
Dr Rebecca Lacouture
Co-Founder, President and COO
With a passion for clean solutions for human health, Beck leads Evolved By Nature’s development, engineering and operations. Her findings have led to critical advancements in silk technology, and she is the inventor for several patents on the structure of silk biomaterials. Beck spearheaded research and development at Serica Technologies and Allergan before co-founding Evolved By Nature in 2013. She was named one of Boston Business Journal’s 40 under 40 in 2015. Beck earned her PhD in Biomedical Engineering and BS in Mechanical Engineering from Tufts University. When not in the lab, she can be found spending time with her husband and two young sons.
Dr Rebecca Lacouture
Co-Founder, President and COO
With a passion for clean solutions for human health, Beck leads Silk Inc.’s development, engineering and operations. Her findings have led to critical advancements in silk technology, and she is the inventor for several patents on the structure of silk biomaterials. Beck spearheaded research and development at Serica Technologies and Allergan before co-founding Evolved By Nature in 2013. She was named one of Boston Business Journal’s 40 under 40 in 2015. Beck earned her PhD in Biomedical Engineering and BS in Mechanical Engineering from Tufts University. When not in the lab, she can be found spending time with her husband and young son.
Our board
Our Board
Greg Altman, PhD
Chief Executive Officer
Greg Altman, PhD
Chief Executive Officer
Roy P. Disney
Private Investor and Philanthropist
Roy P. Disney
Private Investor and Philanthropist
Daniel A. Kraft
President/CEO IFP
Executive Vice President, The Kraft Group
Daniel A. Kraft
President/CEO IFP
Executive Vice President, The Kraft Group
Rebecca Lacouture, PhD
President and Chief Operating Officer
Rebecca Lacouture, PhD
President and Chief Operating Officer
Brendan O'Leary, PhD
Co-Founder and Managing Director, AllosteRx Capital
Brendan O'Leary, PhD
Co-Founder and Managing Director, AllosteRx Capital
Robert W. Pangia
Private Investor
Robert W. Pangia
Private Investor
Jeffrey N. Vinik
CEO, American Investment Holdings
Chairman, Tampa Bay Sports & Entertainment
Jeff Vinik
CEO, American Investment Holdings Chairman, Tampa Bay Sports & Entertainment
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