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I. Alvarado is a dedicated educator and researcher in control engineering and embedded systems, with a strong focus on low-cost, hands-on learning tools. Based at the University of Seville, Alvarado’s primary contributions lie in the development of two-wheeled self-balancing robots for control education. Their most cited work (2017, 33 citations) introduced an Arduino-based, low-cost robot that enables students to learn electronics, programming, modeling, and signal processing through practical construction. A subsequent design (2020, 11 citations) improved upon this by using stepper motors, enhancing stability and educational value. More recently, Alvarado advanced the field with a real-time implementation of model predictive control for tracking on embedded systems (2022, 4 citations), applied to a two-wheeled inverted pendulum. This work demonstrates sophisticated control theory in a tangible, accessible platform. With over 48 total citations, Alvarado’s research bridges theoretical control methods and practical, affordable hardware, making complex concepts accessible to students. Their work exemplifies how low-cost robotics can transform control education, inspiring future engineers to learn by building.