In recent times, plastic pollution has become the focus of public and scientific interest, and microplastics in particular have been a subject of concern. This special issue, introduced in article 2000026, discusses different angles of this global challenge, including its potential risks to humans and the ecological impact. Cover credit: Christian Laforsch.

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塑料：从成功案例到环境问题和全球挑战（全球挑战6/2020）

近年来，塑料污染已成为公众和科学关注的焦点，尤其是微塑料已成为人们关注的主题。在2000026号中引入的这一特殊问题讨论了这一全球挑战的不同角度，包括其对人类的潜在风险和生态影响。担保：Christian Laforsch。