I focus on nature-based solutions (NbS), hydrological surface restoration, and ecosystem-based water resource management in arid and semi-arid regions of Central Asia. My research integrates hydrology, ecology, and public administration to advance sustainable land and water use, strengthen climate adaptation, and reduce flood and drought risks. I work on the development of environmental flow methodologies, ecosystem service valuation approaches, and integrated land-use planning frameworks for Kazakhstan’s water and agricultural sectors. Currently, I explore how hydrological restoration technologies, combined with NbS, GIS, and data-driven tools, can enhance ecosystem resilience and support evidence-based policy and decision-making.