The AASM Foundation is pleased to announce the following recipients of the 2025 Community Sleep Health and Public Awareness Grant. Because of donors like you, meaningful sleep health outreach and education are transforming communities and fostering lasting change. From education campaigns to innovative [...]
The AASM Foundation invites qualified individuals to nominate themselves or encourage others to be considered for seats that will open in 2026 on the AASM Foundation Board of Directors. Full details and instructions on the nominations process can be found by visiting the Board [...]
As the American Academy of Sleep Medicine (AASM) marks its 50th Anniversary, we are reflecting on the power of philanthropy to advance our field. In 1998, the Academy established the AASM Foundation, which has since become a vital philanthropic partner by investing more than [...]
The AASM Foundation and the Hypersomnia Foundation are pleased to announce a partnership to jointly fund a 2026 Strategic Research Grant (Category I) of up to $250,000. This grant will support investigator-initiated projects that advance the diagnosis, clinical management, and/or treatment of idiopathic hypersomnia [...]
The AASM Foundation and Wake Up Narcolepsy (WUN) are pleased to announce a partnership to jointly fund a 2026 Strategic Research Grant (Category II) of up to $100,000. This grant will support investigator-initiated projects that advance the understanding, diagnosis, and treatment of narcolepsy. The [...]
Join us at CHEST 2025, as thousands of clinicians gather in McCormick Place to discuss innovations in chest medicine, including new approaches to the treatment of central sleep apnea. Visit booth #848 in the exhibit hall to talk face-to-face with staff from both the [...]
Beginning September 8, 2025, the AASM Foundation will accept nominations and applications for several awards and programs. These opportunities recognize leaders in sleep research and community outreach while supporting the next generation of investigators. For questions about these awards or research programs, contact [...]
The Strategic Research Grant supports investigator-initiated, high-impact research projects aimed at addressing gaps in sleep medicine knowledge. This year, we are delighted to grant nearly $1.5 million to further our commitment to patient-centered diagnosis and care for all people with sleep disorders. Congratulations [...]
The American Academy of Sleep Medicine Foundation (AASM Foundation) and the Restless Legs Syndrome (RLS) Foundation are delighted to announce the recipients of the 2025 RLS research grant awards. These grants support innovative scientific studies aimed at advancing understanding, diagnosis and treatment of restless [...]
DARIEN, IL – The AASM Foundation, in partnership with the Howard University Medical Alumni Association, is proud to support the 2025 HUMAA scholarship program by funding five scholarships for Howard University College of Medicine students. Administered through HUMAA, the scholarships aim to support students [...]
