[dhs12345]

However, I believe that all possess the ability. Just that there are people who are more able than others. And yes, they get paid for it, albeit not that well sometimes. But their reward isn't money, is it?

[RightWhale]

But their reward isn't money, is it?

Depends on ambition. There is some status for those at the PhD level. Status is important to some. Top slot at the Institute pays well. It is also an ego boost for those who know they are smarter than 99.99% of the population even if they don't hold a top position in industry or gov't.