Rooted in science.
Grown for farmers.

Peter Keating has over 35 years' practical experience in commercial science, starting and managing agricultural biotechnology and environmental businesses across a range of disciplines — biochemistry and molecular biology, soil science, water science, plant nutrition and plant pathology.

He started his first business before completing his PhD in Biochemistry at UWA, and has attracted talented and qualified scientists and engineers to work with him on challenging, multi-disciplinary research and services ever since. He has supervised postgraduate research throughout his career.

With extensive knowledge and experience of Western Australia's flora and fauna, waterbodies and aquifers, soils and geology, as well as the regulatory framework, Peter is widely recognised as the state's leading consultant across the environmental, horticulture and agriculture space. He has provided expert evidence in State Administrative Tribunal, District Court and Supreme Court matters spanning soil science, horticulture, hydrology and DNA identification.

Simon holds a Bachelor of Science in Botany and Genetics from the University of Western Australia, and completed his honours in Botany isolating RNA signalling molecules in plants. He has over 12 years of experience in commercial laboratories, including mineral analysis, soil testing and asbestos monitoring. His work spans field sampling, sample analysis, result interpretation and consultation, client liaison, method development, quality assurance, R&D, and health and safety.

Henry holds a Masters of Biotechnology from the University of Western Australia, specialising in biochemistry and molecular biology. Through his master's research, and in work before joining Bioscience, he developed expertise in analytical soil laboratories and plant elemental composition analysis. At Bioscience, Henry runs the DNA laboratory, primarily in plant pathology and soil microbial analysis, while also applying his experience to the analytical laboratory. His laboratory work has supported DNA identification analyses prepared for expert-witness engagements.

Thanujika Wickramaachchi holds a Master of Science in Horticulture from the University of Peradeniya, Sri Lanka, and is currently studying for a Master of Biotechnology at the University of Western Australia, specialising in environmental and agricultural biotechnology. She gained experience in plant tissue culture through her master's thesis and set up her own plant tissue culture laboratory in Sri Lanka. At Bioscience, Thanujika brings that experience to a tissue culture project, while also applying her skills in the analytical laboratory.

Dr Gurung is an environmental soil scientist with a PhD from the University of Western Australia. His work focuses on improving soil health, resource efficiency and environmental sustainability. Sun's expertise spans soil biology, plant pathology and environmental assessment, with experience in laboratory and field research, data analysis, and spatial mapping of flora and fauna. He has published more than 15 peer-reviewed papers and has supervised postgraduate research in related disciplines. At Bioscience, he contributes to applied research and development, integrating soil science, plant health and biodiversity studies to support sustainable management of soil, vegetation and ecosystems.

Samantha holds a Bachelor of Science in Sustainability, with a minor in Community Development and Conservation Biology. She is an experienced environmental scientist and consultant with over a decade of experience across mining, unconventional oil and gas, property, infrastructure, government and private landowners. Her work focuses on the flora and vegetation of Western Australia, with a special emphasis on the Swan Coastal Plain and Pilbara regions.

With a strong passion for botany and fauna, Samantha is particularly skilled in plant identification and has significant taxonomic expertise. Her interest in native fauna extends to volunteer work promoting and conserving local species.

Her technical skills include research surveys aligned with the Environmental Protection Authority's technical guidance; designing and establishing flora and vegetation quadrats; cultural landscape surveys; targeted fauna assessments; environmental, conservation and weed management plans; and wetland and riparian assessments. Her work integrates ecology, policy and environmental management to develop sustainable solutions and reduce environmental impacts.