the Resonate Bio Team
with over 80 years of scientific experience combined
Dr. Darryl McConnell
Chief Executive Officer & Co-founder
With over 30 years of leadership in drug discovery, Dr. Darryl McConnell has built a career defined by scientific excellence and translational impact. His work has contributed to the development of 26 therapeutic candidates, 11 of which have progressed into clinical trials—and one, Zongertinib, has achieved FDA accelerated regulatory approval, marking a major milestone in targeted cancer therapy.
Darryl’s commitment to innovation is reflected in more than 75 publications and patents, spanning a wide range of pharmaceutical breakthroughs. As CEO and Co-founder of Resonate Bio, he brings strategic vision, deep industry insight, and a relentless drive to translate science into solutions.
Scientist, leader, and catalyst for change—Darryl continues to shape the future of medicine with purpose and precision.
Prof. Robert Konrat
Chief Technology Officer & Co-founder
A pioneer in structural and computational biology, Prof. Robert Konrat brings over 30 years of trailblazing experience to Resonate Bio. As the founder of MAGLAB and Calyxha Biotechnologies, he has led transformative research initiatives that have reshaped our understanding of complex biological systems.
With more than 150 peer-reviewed publications to his name, Robert’s contributions to science are both prolific and profound. His work bridges molecular insight with computational precision, laying the groundwork for next-generation therapeutic discovery.
As Chief Technology Officer and Co-founder, Robert’s visionary leadership continues to shape our scientific strategy and push the boundaries of what’s possible.
Dr. Gerald Platzer
Chief Scientific Officer & Co-founder
With over a decade of experience in drug discovery, Dr. Gerald Platzer brings deep scientific insight and a relentless drive for innovation to Resonate Bio. His expertise spans structural biology, molecular biology, and NMR spectroscopy—disciplines that have shaped the foundation of our research and development strategy.
Gerald has authored 19 peer-reviewed publications, reflecting his commitment to advancing the frontiers of biomedical science. Prior to co-founding Resonate Bio, he contributed to groundbreaking work at Maglab and played a pivotal role in the Christian Doppler Laboratory between the University of Vienna and Boehringer Ingelheim, where his leadership helped accelerate key discoveries.
At the intersection of rigorous science and visionary thinking, Gerald continues to guide our mission to transform therapeutic possibilities.
Dr. Daniel Braun
Senior Research Scientist
With over eight years of scientific experience, Dr. Daniel Braun brings a unique blend of computational expertise and molecular insight to Resonate Bio. His work spans computational chemistry, structural biology, molecular dynamics, data science, and NMR spectroscopy—fields that are central to our platform’s innovation and precision.
Daniel has authored 16 peer-reviewed publications, underscoring his dedication to advancing research at the interface of technology and biology. His contributions continue to strengthen our discovery capabilities and drive data-driven breakthroughs across the pipeline.
At the crossroads of analytical depth and creative problem-solving, Daniel plays a key role in shaping the future of our science.
Dr. Andreas Beier
Research Scientist
Dr. Andreas Beier holds a PhD in Chemistry from the University of Vienna and brings a strong interdisciplinary skill set to Resonate Bio. His expertise spans programming, computational chemistry, data science, and NMR techniques—tools that are central to our analytical and discovery workflows.
Andreas has authored or co-authored 10 peer-reviewed publications, reflecting his commitment to advancing scientific understanding in chemistry and its related domains. His work continues to strengthen our research capabilities and drive innovation across the team.
With a sharp analytical mind and a collaborative spirit, Andreas plays a vital role in pushing the boundaries of our science.