On October 18, 2023, Jonathan Milner announced that he has responded to the Institutional Shareholder Services (ISS) recommendation to vote in favour of the deal. Jonathan Milner stated that he is continuing his attempts to convince shareholders to vote against Abcam plc's $5.7bn acquisition by Danaher Corporation despite a recommendation in favour by ISS. Jonathan Milner added that his reasoning remains as it was back in August - that the sale price of $24 per share is undervaluing the Company's short-term growth potential.

Jonathan Milner stated that while he maintains his willingness to see the Company go to Danaher Corporation or ?another suitor at a fair price?, the likelihood of a tall dark stranger sweeping in should this deal fall through is low.