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Prof. Krishna Agarwal
Prof. Krishna Agarwal 
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| Date | 7 November 2025 |
| Location | Tromsø, Norway |
| Organised by | ProTromsø; UiT The Arctic University of Norway |
| Led by | Prof. Krishna Agarwal (Founder & CEO, Spermotile) |
| Delegation | Indian Members of Parliament (Young MP Delegation) |
| Participants | UN Women; Royal Norwegian Embassy (New Delhi) |
Indian MPs Visit Arctic MedTech Innovations Led by Prof. Krishna Agarwal refers to a high-level knowledge-exchange programme held on 7 November 2025 in Tromsø, Norway. A delegation of young Members of Parliament from India visited the medtech innovation ecosystem at UiT The Arctic University of Norway, where Prof. Krishna Agarwal showcased award-winning research in reproductive and diagnostic health technology.
The event was facilitated by *ProTromsø* and attended by representatives from UN Women and the Royal Norwegian Embassy in New Delhi, underscoring the growing Indo–Norwegian cooperation in science and healthcare innovation.
Indian Parliamentary Delegation
The five-member delegation consisted of:
- Anup Sanjay Dhotre
- Putta Mahesh Kumar
- Sirgapoor Niranjan Reddy
- Gowaal Kagada Padavi
- Priya Saroj – noted as India’s youngest MP at age 26
During their visit, the MPs engaged with Norwegian scientific leaders and explored collaborative opportunities in Arctic research, digital health, and sustainable innovation.
Background
The visit formed part of an international knowledge partnership initiative focused on building Indo–Norwegian collaboration across:
- science and technology
- healthcare innovation
- sustainable development
- higher education and student mobility
Tromsø, located above the Arctic Circle, has emerged as a global hub for Arctic health research, cold-region technologies, and human-centred medical engineering.
Showcase of MedTech Innovation
Prof. Krishna Agarwal, Founder & CEO of *Spermotile* and a Professor at UiT, presented advancements in:
- microfluidics
- artificial intelligence
- optical imaging
- sustainable health devices
Her flagship innovation, Spermotile, is an AI-driven microfluidic system that enhances sperm selection for IVF/ICSI using precision motion analytics. The technology has been recognised internationally for its potential to transform assisted reproductive procedures.
The MPs discussed the implications of these technologies for India’s rapidly growing digital health and fertility sectors.
Prof. Krishna Agarwal’s Research and Career
Prof. Agarwal shared her academic and professional journey, which includes:
- Gold Medal – IIT (ISM) Dhanbad
- PhD – National University of Singapore
- Postdoctoral Research – Singapore–MIT Alliance
- Leadership roles in Norwegian medtech innovation
She currently leads a 20-member interdisciplinary research group at UiT, with a cumulative research portfolio exceeding €23 million in competitive grants.
Strengthening Indo–Norwegian Cooperation
Key areas of potential collaboration discussed during the meeting included:
- health technology R&D
- innovation-oriented student exchanges
- AI-driven diagnostics
- women-centric scientific advancement
- Arctic health and environmental monitoring
The visit highlighted the convergence between India’s expanding medtech industry and Norway’s expertise in Arctic innovation.
Significance
The programme is seen as an important step in advancing India’s global scientific partnerships. As India strengthens its focus on digital health, precision diagnostics, and reproductive technologies, collaborative platforms like the Tromsø visit are expected to foster impactful joint innovations.