[American Academy of Sleep Medicine Foundation](https://foundation.aasm.org)

December 2026 (Nomination due date, projected)

1st place: $1,000 | 3 honorable mentions: $500 each (one-time award)

Supports outstanding research abstracts by early-career sleep investigators to foster professional development in sleep medicine.

--- ## Description This award recognizes outstanding research abstracts presented by early-career investigators at the SLEEP annual meeting of the Associated Professional Sleep Societies (APSS). Administered by the American Academy of Sleep Medicine Foundation (AASM Foundation), the program aims to encourage and nurture the professional growth of trainees and emerging researchers in sleep and circadian science. The award highlights exceptional research contributions and supports the next generation of leaders in the field. --- ## Due Dates - December 2026 (anticipated nomination due date, projected) *All dates are projected based on the annual cycle; check the program page for updates.* --- ## Funding Amount - 1st Place: $1,000 (one-time award) - 3 Honorable Mentions: $500 each (one-time award) --- ## Eligibility Eligible to self-nominate: - Undergraduate students - Graduate/Master’s students - Medical students (preclinical or clinical) - Residents - Fellows (sleep medicine or non-sleep related) - PhD students - Postdoctoral researchers - Advanced Practice Provider Program students (PA, NP, etc.) - Allied Health Program students (sleep technologist, respiratory therapist, etc.) - International applicants who meet all criteria and can accept payment in U.S. dollars Not eligible: - Current AASM and AASM Foundation Board of Directors members - AASM Foundation Research Career Development Committee members - Individuals located in, or operating from, countries subject to U.S. Office of Foreign Assets Control sanctions --- ## Application Process - Applicants must self-nominate by submitting an outstanding research abstract to the SLEEP annual meeting. - Nominations are reviewed and scored by the AASM Foundation Research Career Development Committee. - Review criteria include clarity, methodology, significance, and innovation. - Final approval is by the AASM Foundation Executive Committee. - For detailed instructions and FAQs, visit the [award program page](https://foundation.aasm.org/award-programs/trainee-investigator-award/). --- ## Additional Information - International applicants are welcome, provided they can receive funds in U.S. dollars. - Allow at least one week for eligibility question responses and two business days for other inquiries. - Inquiries submitted close to the deadline may not be answered in time. --- ## External Links - [Trainee Investigator Award Program Page](https://foundation.aasm.org/award-programs/trainee-investigator-award/) - [AASM Foundation Contact Page](https://foundation.aasm.org/contact-us/) - [Award Program FAQ](https://foundation.aasm.org/award-programs/faq/) --- ## Contact Information | Type | Details | |---------------------|----------------------------------------------| | Email | foundation@aasm.org | | Phone | (630) 737-9700 | | Address | 2510 North Frontage Road, Darien, IL 60561 | | Online Contact Form | [Contact AASM Foundation](https://foundation.aasm.org/contact-us) |

Trainee Investigator Award

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