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Nazifa Tasneem is an emerging astrophysicist whose work sits at the intersection of exoplanetary science and student-led research initiatives. Her primary contributions focus on the precise characterization of transiting exoplanets through ephemeris refinement—a critical process for ensuring accurate predictions of transit events for future observations. As a key participant in the Original Research By Young Twinkle Students (ORBYTS) program, Tasneem co-authored a seminal 2020 study that refined the orbital parameters of four exoplanets—TRES-2 b, HAT-P-22 b, HAT-P-36 b, and XO-2 b—using data from the Las Cumbres Observatory Global Telescope Network. This work, which has garnered 10 citations, not only advanced the precision of exoplanet ephemerides but also demonstrated the power of involving young researchers in authentic, high-impact science. By helping to reduce uncertainties in transit timing, Tasneem’s research supports future atmospheric studies and the search for exomoons. Her involvement in ORBYTS underscores a commitment to democratizing science, proving that early-career researchers can make meaningful contributions to professional astronomy.