Antonia Welzel
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Antonia Welzel is a rising researcher at the intersection of human-robot interaction (HRI) and explainable artificial intelligence (XAI). Her work centers on a critical challenge: how to build and maintain **trust** between humans and autonomous systems, especially during moments of conflict. In her most-cited paper, "Trustworthy Conflict Resolution in Human-Robot Interactions: Effects of Automation and Explainability" (2025), Welzel investigates scenarios where a robot’s goals—such as navigating a crowded space—clash with a human’s need for personal space. She demonstrates that **explainability** is a key lever: when robots clearly communicate their reasoning during a conflict, users report higher trust and acceptance, even when the robot’s actions are inconvenient. Though early in her career, her work has already garnered attention (2 citations), signaling its relevance to the growing field of **trustworthy autonomy**. By bridging social robotics and transparency design, Welzel is helping shape a future where robots are not just capable, but also cooperative and trustworthy partners.
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