n.p.r. richardson and the team thanks for joining us. the fight against the corona virus pandemic. has the rate of infection been developing what does the latest research say. information and context the coronavirus update coming. on t w. how does a virus spread. just through the top. show is called spectrum if you would like any information on the crown of. science topic you should really check out our podcast you. can also find us at. science. it may be a global pandemic but when it comes to individual nations the response has been anything but uniform. while some governments were quick to implement lockdowns a mask wearing others only reacted when the virus had already retired. the crisis has exposed major philosophical divides over the questions like the role of government or the definition of individual responsibility. as a result of outcomes have varied greatly but the experience of some countries has also helped shape the response of others in this time of crisis why. can we learn from each other. welcome to your covert 19 special i'm chris colburn berlin germany has gone in