EXHIBIT 2.1 Execution version and AKOYA BIOSCIENCES, INC. Dated as of January 9, 2025 TABLE OF CONTENTS | ARTICLE 1 DEFINITIONS | | 2 | | --- | --- | --- | | 1.01 | Definitions | 2 | | 1.02 | Other Definitional Provisions | 15 | | | ARTICLE 2 THE MERGER | 16 | | 2.01 | Shares of Merger Sub | 16 | | 2.02 | The Merger | 16 | | 2.03 | Closing | 17 | | 2.04 | Effective Time | 17 | | 2.05 | Effects of the Merger | 17 | | 2.06 | Certificate of Incorporation and Bylaws | 17 | | 2.07 | Directors and Officers of the ...