Awards and Achievements

At Shivani Scientific, we have garnered an impressive array of accolades and awards, a testament to our unwavering commitment and exceptional contributions to the field of Assisted Reproductive Technology (ART). Our dedication to innovation, excellence, and pushing the boundaries of reproductive science has been recognized by esteemed organizations both nationally and internationally.

Here are just a few of the notable awards and recognitions we have proudly received:

Best Fertility Medical Device of the Year by ET Healthworld

  • ET Healthworld honored us with the prestigious "Best Fertility Medical Device of the Year" award. This recognition highlights our leadership in developing cutting-edge medical devices that significantly advance the field of ART.

Awarded by the Government of Ethiopia

  • We received recognition from the Government of Ethiopia for successfully establishing one of the largest IVF centers in the country. This award underscores our commitment to extending advanced fertility treatments to a global audience.

Business Excellence Award by Thermos Fischer

  • Our principal company, Thermos Fischer, acknowledged our outstanding performance and dedication to maintaining the highest standards of excellence with the "Business Excellence" award.

Outstanding Performance Award by Astec Japan

  • Astec Japan recognized our exceptional performance, reaffirming our global presence and contribution to the field of ART on an international scale

Pioneering Change in the IVF Industry - The Legal Battle for ICSI Classification

In the dynamic world of the IVF industry, the classification of equipment can have significant implications. At Shivani Scientific, we undertook a remarkable nine-year legal battle with the Department of Customs, Government of India, to reclassify the ICSI Machine as a Medical Device. Intra Cytoplasmic Sperm Injection (ICSI) has become a cornerstone technique in infertility management, and the microscope and micro-manipulator used are invaluable instruments in any IVF lab.

Since the inception of ICSI in India in 1997, it was classified as Laboratory Equipment. However, in 2011, we decided to challenge this classification for the greater good of the entire IVF community in India. This decision led to a prolonged legal journey that culminated in a court order declaring ICSI as medical equipment.

While this endeavor spanned nine years and came at considerable cost, the benefits were undeniably worth the struggle. The court's decision has resulted in substantial savings for Indian IVF clinics, reducing custom duty and GST burdens. Today, ICSI is charged with a reduced 12% GST rate, a significant victory for the entire IVF community.