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⏰ Reminder: Deadline Approaching! Don’t miss your chance to apply for the NIH Extramural Loan Repayment Program (LRP) — applications close November 20, 2025! Researchers can receive up to $100,000 toward qualified educational debt with a two-year award, helping you stay focused on advancing sleep and circadian research. If you haven’t applied yet, there’s still time to: ✅ Review eligibility and application details on the NIH LRP website 🎥 Watch the overview video 💬 Catch the November 6 Ask Me Anything session Apply today and invest in your research future! https://hubs.la/Q03NJMpS0

🔷 Help shape the future of sleep medicine. The AASM Foundation is now accepting nominations for its Board of Directors! If you’re passionate about advancing sleep health through research and education, we encourage you to apply—or nominate a colleague. 🔶 Learn more: https://hubs.la/Q03QjPBD0

"Receiving the Sleep Champion Award was an enormous boost of confidence for our 'little non-profit that could.'” — Tierra Ziporyn, Start School Later The AASM Foundation proudly recognized Start School Later as the 2021 Sleep Champion Award winner for their tireless advocacy to align school start times with sleep science — improving the health, safety, and well-being of students nationwide. ⏰💤 Your nonprofit could be next! If you or someone you know is advancing sleep health through community engagement, education, or advocacy, submit a nomination for the 2025 Sleep Champion Award today. ✨ https://hubs.la/Q03MG3qG0

💰 NIH Loan Repayment Program Now Open! Are you a researcher with student loan debt? The NIH Extramural Loan Repayment Program (LRP) is now accepting applications! Awardees can receive up to $100,000 in qualified educational debt repayment with a two-year award—allowing you to focus on advancing science, not balancing payments. 📅 Important dates: Oct. 9: LRP Technical Assistance Webinar Nov. 6: LRP Ask Me Anything Session 🗓️ Application deadline: Nov. 20, 2025 Learn more about eligibility, deadlines, and the benefits of the LRP on the NIH website. 🔗 https://hubs.la/Q03NJyFZ0

🗓️ The Agenda is Live! The AASM Foundation Young Investigators Research Forum agenda is now available! 🌙 This premier training program supports the next generation of sleep and circadian researchers through: 🤝 Mentorship and networking with leading investigators 💡 Exposure to funding agencies and grant opportunities 🧭 Guidance to refine research ideas and thrive in academic careers Explore the full agenda and see how this year’s program is shaping the future of sleep science 🔗 https://hubs.la/Q03NHRb70

💤 Co-Funded Research Grant Opportunity in Narcolepsy The AASM Foundation and Wake Up Narcolepsy (WUN) are partnering to co-fund a 2026 Strategic Research Grant (Category II) of up to $100,000 to advance the understanding, diagnosis, and treatment of narcolepsy. This opportunity supports investigator-initiated projects that align with one or more of the following focus areas: 🔹 Research addressing gaps in AASM clinical practice guidelines or promoting the implementation of guideline-based recommendations across diverse populations. 🔹 Research that advances the AASM Strategic Plan, including Sleep Medicine Awareness, Practice Success, and Technology Implementation. 🗓️ Letters of Intent close October 20, 2025. Don’t miss your chance to apply—learn more on our website! https://hubs.la/Q03NJggB0

🚀 Fuel Your Future in Sleep Research Ready to take your research to the next level? Join the AASM Foundation to explore five Career Development Grants designed to support investigators at every stage—from early-career to senior leaders. 💡 Learn which grant best fits your career goals 🧾 Get insider tips on crafting a winning application 🏁 Understand the full grant journey—from review to project completion Don’t miss this opportunity to unlock your research potential and make an impact in sleep medicine! 🔗 https://hubs.la/Q03NHS_S0

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We are so excited to have testimonials like these, and we are eager to welcome a new cohort for 2026. Apply today! Special thanks to our sponsor Resmed for supporting the Young Investigators Research Forum.

In 2023, the AASM Foundation honored Save Standard Time with the Sleep Champion Award for their tireless advocacy to prioritize permanent standard time and protect public health. Represented by Jay Pea, Save Standard Time continues to lead important conversations about the impact of clock changes and the importance of aligning policy with sleep science. ⏰💤 The Sleep Champion Award celebrates nonprofit organizations that advance sleep health through community engagement, education, and advocacy — just like Save Standard Time. Do you know a nonprofit making a difference in sleep health? ✨ Nominate them for this year’s Sleep Champion Award! https://hubs.la/Q03MG3jP0