American Academy of Sleep Medicine selects Springer Nature as publisher for its journal
The Journal of Clinical Sleep Medicine, a leading journal in the field of sleep research, complements the publisher’s portfolio of medical journals
New York | 26 August 2025 - Springer Nature has been chosen as the new publishing partner for the American Academy of Sleep Medicine’s (AASM) premier journal, The Journal of Clinical Sleep Medicine. Dedicated to research with direct relevance to clinical sleep medicine practice and a vital resource for clinicians, researchers, and healthcare professionals in the field, The Journal of Clinical Sleep Medicine will begin publishing under the Springer Nature imprint starting in January 2026.
This new collaboration builds on Springer Nature and the American Academy of Sleep Medicine’s commitment to evidence-based high-quality research that can expand public knowledge around specialty health issues.
Established in 1975, AASM represents over 9,500 members and 2,300 dedicated sleep centers. The American Academy of Sleep Medicine and the Journal of Clinical Sleep Medicine provide key platforms that advance sleep medicine research and sleep disorders treatment.
“This partnership reflects the American Academy of Sleep Medicine's commitment to advancing sleep care, enhancing sleep health, and improving lives,” said Dr. Anita Shelgikar, President of the American Academy of Sleep Medicine. “The collaboration with Springer Nature will help broaden the journal’s impact through dissemination of research that will drive the field of sleep medicine."
Jordan L. Schilling, Publishing Director of Springer Medicine Journals, Springer Nature stated: “Springer Nature offers a rich portfolio of journals that complement the American Academy of Sleep Medicine’s journal. Our goal is to be a trusted publishing partner and to support authors with their research. We are delighted to have been selected by AASM to publish their flagship journal. We look forward to working together to expand access to the research that researchers, clinicians and healthcare professionals need to advance the field and the health of their patients.”
More information can be found on the Journal of Clinical Sleep Medicine’s website. More information about Springer Nature’s partnerships with societies can be found here, and its commitment and progress as a publisher in its Annual Progress, Sustainable business and OA reports.
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The American Academy of Sleep Medicine is the only professional society dedicated exclusively to the medical subspecialty of sleep medicine. As the leading voice in the field of sleep medicine, the American Academy of Sleep Medicine sets standards and promotes excellence in health care, education and research.
Journal of Clinical Sleep Medicine is the official, peer-reviewed journal of the American Academy of Sleep Medicine. This monthly, online publication features original scientific investigations, reviews and commentaries applicable to the clinical diagnosis and treatment of sleep disorders.
Since 2005, sleep specialists have turned to Journal of Clinical Sleep Medicine for the information they need to remain proficient in the diagnosis and treatment of the broad spectrum of sleep disorders. Each issue addresses concepts and questions that are of critical importance to the practice of sleep medicine.
Eseohe Arhebamen-Yamasaki | Head of Communications, US | Springer Nature
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