CFAs: AASM Foundation Strategic Research Grant Program

Deadline: 19-Oct-2026

The AASM Foundation Strategic Research Grant supports investigator-initiated research that addresses critical gaps in the diagnosis and care of people with sleep disorders. Three funding categories are available, offering up to $250,000 for three years, $100,000 for two years, or $50,000 for one year, with a focus on improving patient-centered, cost-effective sleep disorder care and outcomes. The AASM Foundation Strategic Research Grant supports investigator-initiated research projects designed to advance the diagnosis, treatment, and care of people with sleep disorders. The programme focuses on research addressing important gaps in knowledge that affect the ability of healthcare professionals to provide optimal and patient-centered care. Funded research should have the potential to contribute to improved outcomes for people affected by sleep disorders and strengthen the evidence base for sleep medicine. The programme supports research that addresses critical questions related to sleep disorders and patient care. Projects should demonstrate how the proposed research can contribute to: The programme is intended for investigator-initiated research rather than research designed solely to serve a predetermined external agenda. The programme provides three funding categories to accommodate different project sizes and research timelines. Category I provides up to $250,000 for projects lasting up to three years. This category is suitable for larger research projects requiring a longer period and greater financial resources. Category II provides up to $100,000 for projects lasting up to two years. This option supports medium-sized research projects with defined objectives that can be completed within a two-year period. Category III provides up to $50,000 for projects lasting one year. This category is intended for smaller or shorter-duration research projects. Applicants should select the category that appropriately matches the scope, methodology, timeline, and budget requirements of their proposed research. Indirect costs are capped at 8% under the programme. Applicants should account for this restriction when developing the project budget and determining the amount of funding required. The grant is executed as a contract between the AASM Foundation and the grantee’s institution. Applicants should ensure that their sponsoring institution is able to enter into the required agreement and administer the grant according to the programme’s conditions. Eligible applicants include sleep scientists holding a master’s degree or higher.

Accepted degrees include:

The programme welcomes qualified researchers working in sleep science and related areas. International researchers are welcome to apply. However, the applicant’s sponsoring organization must be able to accept grant funds in U.S. dollars. International applicants should confirm this institutional requirement before submitting an application. Certain applicants are excluded from the programme.

Ineligible applicants include:

Applicants should review these restrictions carefully before beginning the application process. A strong proposal should address a clearly defined knowledge gap that has implications for patient-centered sleep disorder diagnosis or care.

Applicants should clearly explain:

The connection between the research question and improved patient outcomes should be clearly established. The programme places emphasis on research that can ultimately improve care for individuals with sleep disorders. Applicants should explain how patients may benefit from the knowledge generated through the project. Research with potential implications for diagnosis, treatment, care delivery, healthcare efficiency, or patient outcomes may align with the programme’s strategic focus when supported by a clear research rationale. Applicants should select a funding category based on the actual requirements of their research rather than simply requesting the maximum available amount.

Consider:

The proposed budget should be realistic and directly connected to the research plan. A competitive research application should present a clear and logical connection between the knowledge gap, research methodology, and potential patient impact.

Applicants should focus on:

Applicants should also ensure that their institution can meet the grant contract and currency requirements. Sleep disorders can affect health, daily functioning, quality of life, and healthcare needs. Research that improves understanding of sleep disorders can contribute to more accurate diagnosis, better patient care, and more efficient healthcare delivery. The AASM Foundation Strategic Research Grant is designed to support research that addresses these knowledge gaps and has the potential to improve outcomes for patients with sleep disorders worldwide. It is a research funding programme supporting investigator-initiated projects that address important knowledge gaps affecting the diagnosis and patient-centered care of people with sleep disorders. Funding ranges from $50,000 to $250,000, depending on the category. Category I offers up to $250,000, Category II up to $100,000, and Category III up to $50,000. Category I projects can last up to three years, Category II projects up to two years, and Category III projects up to one year. Sleep scientists holding a master’s degree or higher, including degrees such as MD, DO, PharmD, PhD, MPH, DNP, and equivalent qualifications, may apply. Yes. International applicants are welcome provided their sponsoring organization can accept grant funds in U.S. dollars. Indirect costs are capped at 8%. Individuals with financial conflicts of interest, current AASM and AASM Foundation Board members, and individuals located in countries subject to U.S. sanctions are not eligible. The programme supports research addressing critical knowledge gaps that can improve patient-centered, effective, and cost-effective diagnosis and care for people with sleep disorde