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Journal of Contemporary Eastern AsiaPolitical, social, and economic trends in East and Southeast Asia

Call for Papers: Living with ChatGPT (Special Issue)

Call for Papers — Special Issue

Living with ChatGPT: Social, Psychological, and Economic Impacts of Generative AI in East Asia

Guest Editors: Dr. Weiwen Yu (Arizona State University) and Dr. Chun Shao (Marquette University)

This special issue examines how generative AI tools have transformed technology engagement, particularly following ChatGPT's release in 2022. It focuses on East Asian contexts, including China's regulatory environment, Japan's emphasis on human–machine harmony, and South Korea's digital labor markets.

Topics of Interest

  • AI in educational settings and academic integrity
  • Generative AI within creative industries
  • Language, translation, and cultural considerations in AI output
  • Economic effects including automation and labor changes
  • AI-assisted emotional support and social applications
  • Public perception and regulatory discussions
  • User adaptation and creative uses of AI tools
  • Regional adoption variations across East Asia

How to Submit

Send abstracts (maximum 500 words) to both Dr. Yu (weiwenyu@asu.edu) and Dr. Shao (chun.shao@marquette.edu), copying j.c.eastern.asia@gmail.com. Include “JCEA Special Issue” in the subject line.

Timeline

  • Abstract deadline: November 30, 2025
  • Full paper invitations: December 15, 2025
  • Manuscript deadline: May 15, 2026

Publication Fees

USD 100 standard APC; an additional USD 200 applies for funded research. Associate editors receive one annual exemption for unfunded work.

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