abrdn Life Sciences Investors — Proxy Solicitation & Information Statement 2024

May 24, 2024

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abrdn Life Sciences Investors (NYSE: HQL) (formerly Tekla Life Sciences Investors)

Shareholder Services

Re: abrdn Life Sciences Investors (NYSE: HQL) formerly Tekla Life Sciences Investors

Dear Shareholder:

We have tried unsuccessfully to contact you, whether by mail or by phone, regarding a very important matter concerning your investment with abrdn Life Sciences Investors ( formerly Tekla Life Sciences Investors ). This matter pertains to important operating initiatives for the Fund for which we need your consideration and response.

It is very important that we speak to you regarding this matter . Please call toll-free at 1-800-967-7574 between 9:00 a.m. and 10:00 p.m. Eastern Time, Monday through Friday. At the time of the call, please reference the Investor ID listed below.

INVESTOR PROFILE:

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| Investor
ID: | XXXXXXXX | Security
ID: | XXXXXXXX |
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| Shares
owned: | XXXXXXXXX | Household
ID: | XXXXXXXX |

There is no confidential information required and the call will only take a few moments of your time. Please contact us as soon as possible. Thank you for your time and consideration.

Sincerely,

Megan Kennedy

Vice President and Secretary

OFFICIAL BUSINESS This document relates to your investment in abrdn Life Sciences Investors (formerly Tekla Life Sciences Investors).

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