Shrink, a spotted hyena in Tanzania, was born at the lowest social status in his clan. His odds of survival were stacked against him. However, to the surprise of a team of researchers observing his behavior, Shrink’s social prowess during his teenage years earned him a higher status in adulthood, granting him the ability to join new clans and become a popular mate. Read more...

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Doctors who are male or graduates of top-ranked medical schools tend to receive more money from drug and medical device companies than their peers, a UCLA study found. Read more...

Photo: Female doctors are paid 2 1/2 times less than men by drug and medical device companies, according to a UCLA study published September. The study also found physicians earn more if they graduated from top-ranked medical schools or have more years of experience. (Niveda Tennety/Assistant Photo editor)