Florian Nothdurft

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Florian Nothdurft is a leading researcher in human-computer interaction, with a particular focus on trust generation and social agent design in automated systems. His work bridges cognitive science and artificial intelligence, exploring how human-likeness in spoken-dialogue systems (SDS) can foster user confidence in critical contexts like autonomous driving. His most cited paper, "Human After All" (2016, 41 citations), is a landmark driving simulator study that demonstrated how manipulating the physical presence and conversational style of an SDS—comparing voice-only interactions to more human-like agents—significantly influences trust during overtaking maneuvers on rural roads. This research has profound implications for the design of in-vehicle assistants, showing that even subtle social cues can enhance user acceptance of automation. Beyond this, Nothdurft’s broader contributions include advancing explainable AI and adaptive dialogue systems, with his work cited across robotics, automotive engineering, and human-robot interaction. His findings are essential for students and researchers developing next-generation autonomous interfaces that prioritize user trust and safety.