About the AASM Foundation
Founded in 1998, the American Academy of Sleep Medicine Foundation (AASM Foundation) is a not-for-profit 501(c)(3) charitable and scientific organization that was established by the AASM. Formerly the American Sleep Medicine Foundation (ASMF), the AASM Foundation has invested in the future of sleep medicine by supporting more than 200 awards totaling over $13.5 million in funding. Our portfolio includes Strategic Research Awards (SRAs), Focused Projects Humanitarian/Educational Awards and Career Development Awards (CDAs).
We rely on the generous support of donors who believe that scientific and clinical research discoveries can have a life-changing impact on health and safety. Please donate to the AASM Foundation today.
Mission
Promote discoveries that advance the understanding of sleep for healthier lives
Vision
Healthier lives through better sleep.
Bylaws
Operating rules of the Foundation last revised April 2018. Read the bylaws.
Board of Directors
Jennifer Martin, PhD
President
Raman Malhotra, MD
Secretary/Treasurer
Steve Van Hout
Executive Director
R. Nisha Aurora, MD, MHS
Kelly Carden, MD, MBA
Douglas Kirsch, MD
David Kristo, MD
Eric Olson, MD
Kannan Ramar, MD
Carol L. Rosen, MD
Ilene Rosen, MD, MS
James Rowley, MD
Anita Shelgikar, MD, MHPE
2017 Annual Report
Detailed summary of Foundation activity in 2017.
Affiliated Sites
Sites affiliated with the AASM Foundation.
AASM Foundation Affiliated Sites
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