Shahizada Akmagambet is a dedicated PhD candidate in the Department of Biology at the L.N. Gumilyov Eurasian National University. Her research focuses on the reconstruction of the Cenozoic paleoclimate based on fossil flora, particularly species of the Betulaceae family in Kazakhstan. Shahizada’s studies involve detailed paleofloristic analysis and the application of advanced quantitative methods to explore climatic changes during the Oligocene-Miocene period. Before starting her PhD, Shahizada earned her Master’s degree in Biology from M. Kozybayev North Kazakhstan State University, where she laid the foundation for her expertise in botany and paleobotany. Early in her academic journey, she developed a keen interest in Earth’s climatic history and its interaction with vegetation. This passion has shaped her career and continues to inspire her scientific endeavors. Shahizada is an active member of the NECLIME network, an international collaboration of scientists studying climate evolution during the Neogene. As part of this network, she has presented her research findings at international conferences, including the 25th NECLIME Conference in Kazakhstan, where she shared insights on Miocene climate reconstruction. Additionally, Shahizada leads a paleobotanical research project at the Astana Botanical Garden, where she works closely with her supervisors and colleagues to uncover Kazakhstan’s paleoclimatic history.