Strict hierarchies boost cooperation among monkeys
April 30, 2026
April 30, 2026
UTRECHT, The Netherlands, April 30 -- Utrecht University posted the following news:
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Strict hierarchies boost cooperation among monkeys
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Cooperation is often associated with friendly, equal societies. But new research shows that it can actually thrive in strict hierarchies. An international team of biologists led by Utrecht University found that monkeys in highly structured groups cooperate more effectively. Their study is published today . . .
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Strict hierarchies boost cooperation among monkeys
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Cooperation is often associated with friendly, equal societies. But new research shows that it can actually thrive in strict hierarchies. An international team of biologists led by Utrecht University found that monkeys in highly structured groups cooperate more effectively. Their study is published today . . .