Sabina Chen

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Sabina Chen is an educator and researcher dedicated to broadening access to STEM education through hands-on robotics. Her work focuses on the critical middle school years, a period when students often form lasting attitudes toward science and technology. Chen’s most cited paper, “A Hands-on Middle-School Robotics Software Program at MIT” (2020, 3 citations), addresses a notable gap in the field: while high school robotics competitions are widespread, few programs target younger learners. In this work, she describes a pioneering MIT-based initiative that introduces middle school students to robotics software, aiming to spark early excitement and build foundational skills. Though her citation count is modest, the paper’s impact lies in its practical, replicable model for engaging a traditionally underserved age group. Chen’s contribution is significant for its focus on educational equity and early intervention, offering a blueprint for educators seeking to cultivate the next generation of engineers and computer scientists. Her work underscores the importance of starting STEM outreach before high school, making her a thoughtful voice in the movement to diversify and strengthen the STEM pipeline.