Saumya Saini
Peponi School | STEM Researcher | USA 2026 Qualifier
Pinki Promiss
Founder building preventive health-tech ecosystems with an emphasis on scalable impact.
Peponi School
Year 10 Student focusing on health equity and women's empowerment through research.
$100K+
Raised for community causes through school and nonprofit initiatives.
5
Languages: English, Hindi, Punjabi, Swahili, and French.
Regeneron
ISEF USA 2026 Qualifier focusing on Maternal Pelvic Pressure Study.
U19
Cricket representation and School Team Captaincy.
Purpose
This page represents Saumya's journey of exploration, growth and excellence. It brings together her academic research, competitive achievements, leadership initiatives and entrepreneurial efforts into one evolving digital portfolio that reflects both her ambitions and her values.
At the core of her journey is a belief in using knowledge, discipline and creativity to create meaningful impact. Whether contributing through research, building initiatives, Saumya strives to uplift others while developing into a thoughtful, confident and responsible young leader.
Redefining maternal safety through real-time spatiotemporal pressure mapping.
Our innovative, sensor-based system is able to monitor pelvic tissue health in real-time during labor. By alerting medical teams about ischemia before it leads to permanent injury, we are leveraging technology to advance maternal safety and ensure no woman suffers from a preventable condition.
Key Highlights
Core Pillars
STEM Research
Focusing on biomechanical studies and maternal health innovations to solve real-world physiological challenges.
Entrepreneurship
Building sustainable ventures that bridge the gap between academia and social needs.
Leadership
Guiding teams in sports, technology and committees toward collective excellence.
Social Impact
Advocating for girls' education and community wellness through structured nonprofit initiatives.
Education & Milestones
Peponi School (Year 10)
Advanced Mathematics, Physics, Economics focus. Year 10 Prefect and Cricket Captain.
IYC13 - Los Angeles, USA
Representing Kenya at the 13th International Youth Conference (IYC13), engaging in innovative diplomacy with leaders from over 185 nations.
Global Health Leaders (GHLC)
Admitted to The Global Health Leaders Conference at Johns Hopkins University, joining an exceptional group of emerging global health researchers.
Headmaster's Distinction
Awarded for outstanding academic and extracurricular excellence at Peponi School.
Regeneron ISEF Qualifier
Qualified for USA 2026 competition with research on Maternal Pelvic Pressure.
FIDE World Championship
Represented Kenya at the World Youth Chess Championship in Durres, Albania.
FIDE Chess World Championships, Albania
Research & Major Projects
Regeneron ISEF Research
- Research Title: Maternal Pelvic Pressure Study & Obstetric Fistula
- Qualification: ISEF USA 2026 (Top 4 Kenyan teams)
- Impact Focus: Women's health and maternal care
- Focus statement: Research centered on maternal health challenges, with emphasis on practical relevance, awareness and improved care outcomes
- A biomechanical analysis of pelvic floor pressure distribution in expectant mothers, aiming to develop preventative exercise protocols for postpartum recovery
Independent & Applied Research
- Additional independent research (Kenya, 2025)
- Independent research on relevance of archaic legal frameworks in Gen Z-led societal movements
- Healthcare Access Research (Ongoing): linking healthcare access distance to obstetric fistula prevalence
- Seeking data-driven awareness on rural healthcare disparities
- Pre-University Research Thesis (Planning)
- Maternal Health App Development (Ongoing)
Featured Impact
🔬 FistulaGuard
A biomechanical-engineering focus on maternal health, specifically spatiotemporal pressure analysis and early-risk detection. This research leverages high-sensitivity sensor integration to address obstructed labour risks in under-resourced settings.
- Biomedical engineering research centered on maternal-health innovation
- Real-time pressure mapping and early risk detection concepts
- Intersection of design thinking, data, and human-centered impact
💡 Pinkipromiss
Building a wellness and hygiene-led venture with thoughtful product direction. Pinkipromiss balances innovation with accessibility, usability, and real community context for the modern teenager.
Builder Mindset
- Moves from research questions to product implementation
- Balances innovation with accessibility and context
- Connects entrepreneurship with social good seamlessly
🤝 Life Care Foundation
Our philanthropic and community-health work through Life Care Foundation ensures that innovation is backed by practical support and healthcare access.
It reinforces that Saumya's work is not limited to ideas and competitions. It extends into educational infrastructure and community-facing outcomes.
Leadership & Distinction
Governance
- Year 10 Prefect
- Cricket Team Captain (Year 10)
- Leading first XI team through national championships
- Charity Committee Member
- Presidential Award Program participant
Competitive
- Represented Kenya at FIDE World Championships
- Harvard MUN (HMUN) - Doha & Nairobi
- Best Diplomat Award Recipient
- Dubai Youth Leadership Summit 2026 Finalist
- GHLC @ Johns Hopkins University
- Dressage Award - Northlands
- MUN Best Speaker (2025/26)
Entrepreneurship
- Founder: clean beauty retail brand
- Teen Founder - Pinki Promiss
- Digital marketing & brand positioning
- School newsletter contribution
- Work experience - Accounts Office
Social Advocacy
Life Care Foundation (Co-Founder)
- Supporting identification of obstetric fistula patients in rural Kenya
- Diverts business proceeds from Pinki ProMISS toward funding treatment
- Directs business proceeds toward rural healthcare support
- Working on sustainable income solutions for fistula survivors
Community Volunteering
- Mama Ngina Children's Home & New Life Home
- HIV-positive children support
- Life Care Foundation volunteer (2022 - Present)
- 5+ years animal welfare involvement
- Participant in Presidential Award
Beyond Fistula Workshop
Supporting the Beyond Fistula workshop to enable fistula survivors in liaison with Gyno Care Hospital, Eldoret.
Projects & Initiatives
STEM Access for Girls
- Mobilizing mentors for girls' STEM lab
- Robotics and machine learning training
- Sourcing sensors and microcontrollers
- Advocating for female participation in STEM
Active Streams
- Annual Charity Walk ($4000+ raised)
- Independent Fistula Research Paper
- Robotics Olympiad Representation
- Chess Clinic for Underprivileged Girls
- Emerging Author in UK & Kenya
- Managing Shree Ram Mandir Website
Upcoming Work
- Upcoming UK publication (fiction)
- Chess Workshop for Girls
- USA 2026 Academic Transition
Technical Power Skills
Core Competencies
Certifications
- Regeneron ISEF USA 2026 Qualification
- Presidential Award - Kenya
- Cambridge Collection Distinction
- Shell Diploma Distinction
Additional Strengths
- Storytelling & Brand Positioning
- Practical Implementation of Research
- Digital Content Strategy
Initiatives Status
| # | INITIATIVE | DETAILS / SCOPE | STATUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Legal Research | Independent legal research paper under review by legal journal. | Under Review |
| 2 | UK Publication | Authored children's book under print with Austin Macauley Publishers, UK. | Under Print |
| 3 | STEM Lab Fundraising | Planning and fundraising for a STEM lab for a girls high school in Nairobi. | Active |
| 4 | STEM Lab Focus | The lab is set to focus on Robotics and ML projects for high school girls. | Focused |
| 5 | Robotics & ML Trading | Robotics & ML trading initiative – starting soon. | Starting Soon |
| 6 | Chess Empowerment | Establishing free chess workshops for girls at a Nairobi high school and Beyond Fistula. | Establishing |
| 7 | John Locke School | 2-week session at Princeton University, USA – Aug 2026. | Aug 2026 |
| 8 | Cricket Leadership | Serving as school’s girls cricket team captain for current year 2025-26. | Serving |
| 9 | TEDx Speaker | TEDx school speaker – Upcoming event. | Upcoming |
| 10 | Digital Content | Content creation for PinkiPromiss, LifeCare Foundation, Shree Ram Mandir. | Ongoing |
| 11 | GHLC @ Johns Hopkins | Selected for Global Health Leaders Conference at Johns Hopkins University (2026). | Admitted |
| 12 | HMUN Africa 2026 | Official invitation to Harvard Model United Nations Africa in Nairobi. | March 2026 |
| 13 | Best Diplomat | Diplomatic representation and excellence at international youth forums. | Honored |
| 14 | Dubai Leadership | Final stage of selection for the Dubai Youth Leadership Summit 2026. | Finalist |
| 15 | FYGN Network | Participant in the Future Youth Global Network (Leadership & Diplomacy). | Active |
| 16 | IYC13 - LA | 13th International Youth Conference in USA (May 2026). | Registered |
Interests & Hobbies
Horse Riding
Equestrian passion combining discipline, focus, and a deep connection with nature through competitive riding.
Sitar Playing
Exploring the rich heritage of classical Indian music, mastering complex ragas and rhythmic structures.
Piano
Expressing creativity and technical precision through masterful performances of classical and contemporary works.
Get In Touch
Contact Details
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Social Presence
Explore my extended portfolio and social initiatives across the web.
Restoring Dignity
Lifecare Foundation