Fabian Hutmacher

Dr. Fabian Hutmacher is a Lecturer at the University of Würzburg in the Psychology of Communication and New Media group within the Human-Computer-Media Institute. His work bridges cognitive psychology, media psychology, and theoretical psychology, with a focus on how digital technologies reshape fundamental psychological processes. His research examines the intersection of memory, digital media, and theoretical foundations of psychology.

Hutmacher's primary research interests include autobiographical memory in the digital age, motivated reasoning regarding misinformation and conspiracy theories, theoretical challenges in psychology, and the psychological aspects of dementia. His work explores how digital documentation of life events affects memory formation and retrieval, how cognitive abilities influence responses to misinformation correction, and conceptual issues in psychological theory development. He has developed the AMEDIA model for understanding autobiographical memory in digital contexts.

Hutmacher's recent publications span top journals including Psychological Inquiry, Scientific Reports, Cognitive Research: Principles and Implications, and American Psychologist. His work demonstrates interdisciplinary connections between cognitive psychology, media studies, philosophy of science, and dementia research. He frequently collaborates with Markus Appel, Stephan Schwan, and other colleagues at Würzburg.

Hutmacher actively engages in science communication through public lectures, media appearances, and creative projects like art exhibitions on dementia experiences. His research has practical implications for understanding how digital technologies reshape our psychological experiences and memory processes in contemporary society.