Inigo Ortiz-Vigon Uriarte

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Iñigo Ortiz-Vigon Uriarte is a researcher at the intersection of educational technology and robotics, with a primary focus on making STEM learning accessible through remote laboratories and visual programming. His most cited work, "RoboBlock: A remote lab for robotics and visual programming" (2017, 15 citations), addresses a critical barrier in K-12 education: the high cost and maintenance burden of physical robotics labs. By developing a remote lab solution, Ortiz-Vigon Uriarte enables schools and teachers to integrate robotics into curricula without expensive hardware, allowing students to program and control real robots from anywhere. This contribution is particularly impactful for under-resourced classrooms, democratizing access to hands-on, formative robotics education. His work bridges engineering and pedagogy, offering a scalable model for teaching computational thinking and problem-solving. While his citation count reflects a focused, early-career impact, the practical significance of his remote lab approach resonates with educators seeking affordable, engaging STEM tools. Ortiz-Vigon Uriarte’s research exemplifies how technology can remove logistical obstacles, making robotics education both exciting and attainable for diverse learners.