Marina Merkaš is a Full Professor at the Catholic University of Croatia, specializing in developmental psychology. Her academic and research work focuses on the wellbeing of children and adolescents, with particular attention to the role of digital technology in learning, development, and everyday life. She explores how digital technology use shape emotional regulation, learning experiences, and overall wellbeing, emphasizing the importance of family and educational contexts. She has led and contributed to several national and international research projects and has published extensively in peer-reviewed scientific journals. Professor Merkaš regularly presents her research at international conferences and collaborates with educators and practitioners to translate research findings into evidence-based educational practices. Her work contributes to interdisciplinary discussions on how media and digital technologies can support healthy, meaningful, and sustainable learning environments.