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Marie Fridberg is a leading researcher in early childhood STEM education, with a particular focus on integrating robotics and inquiry-based learning for children aged 4–8. Her work centers on how preschool and primary teachers can effectively scaffold young learners’ engagement with science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. As a key contributor to the ERASMUS+ botSTEM project, she has developed and evaluated a theoretical framework and practical activities that combine collaborative inquiry with robotics-enhanced education. Her most cited paper, "Robotics and Early-years STEM Education: The botSTEM Framework and Activities" (2020, 48 citations), lays the groundwork for this approach. Subsequent studies, including "Spanish and Swedish teachers’ perspective of teaching STEM and robotics in preschool" (2022, 34 citations) and "Teachers’ and children’s use of words during early childhood STEM teaching supported by robotics" (2021, 33 citations), highlight cross-cultural perspectives and the critical role of language in STEM instruction. Fridberg’s research also examines the teacher’s role in establishing joint action during children’s free inquiry, as seen in her 2019 work. Her contributions are vital for shaping modern preschool curricula that embrace digitalization and scientific literacy, offering practical insights for educators worldwide.