Cocrystal Pharma Appoints James Sapirstein, Biopharma Industry Leader with Extensive Antiviral Development Experience, as Chief Executive Officer

BOTHELL, Wash. , June 03, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Cocrystal Pharma Inc. (Nasdaq: COCP) ("Cocrystal" or the "Company"), a clinical-stage biotechnology company developing novel therapeutics to meet the growing need for effective, safe antiviral treatments, has appointed James Sapirstein Chief Executive Officer, effective immediately.