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Lisbeth Uribe is a pioneering researcher in educational robotics, dedicated to transforming elementary STEM education through hands-on, inquiry-based learning. Her work focuses on integrating robotics into early childhood curricula, particularly for 4th-grade students, to foster creativity and invention rather than passive technology consumption. Uribe’s most cited paper, “Robotics to promote STEM learning: Educational robotics unit for 4th grade science” (2017, 46 citations), demonstrates how robotics can effectively promote STEM learning by providing a tangible, engaging platform for scientific exploration. She further advanced the field by merging educational robotics with inquiry-based learning, as seen in her 2012 work (11 citations), which introduced an experimental after-school program in New York City. Uribe’s research emphasizes that robotics is for everyone, challenging assumptions about accessibility and inclusion in technology education. Her case studies and curriculum designs, such as “4th Graders creating robots with sensors” (2015, 3 citations), highlight her commitment to empowering young learners as creators. With a career spanning foundational contributions to robotics in elementary education, Uribe’s work has inspired educators to rethink how technology can be used to nurture problem-solving skills and a lifelong love of STEM.