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TheAASM, ATS, andACCP agree that there is an enormous need for research to improve the understanding and treatment of sleep disorders. Thus, the three societies strongly advocate for increased research support in this critical area. In addition, the societies support initiatives to enhance the number of wellqualified researchers in the broad area of sleep medicine. The societies have agreed to sponsor a workshop in the coming year, which will include representatives from all concerned specialties, to explore means to foster research and identify potential areas for cooperative research. The field of sleep medicine is in a time of rapid growth and maturation. The ACCP, the ATS, and the AASM will continue to collaborate on initiatives that further the growth of the field, help our members, and above all, help our patients. The societies have agreed to explore ways to enhance quality of care and access, and to mount efforts to ensure adequate numbers of well-trained sleep technologists. We will also continue to discuss relevant issues in sleep medicine, and explore opportunities to enhance physician education and patient care. We urge all concerned with the future of sleep medicine to participate actively and collaboratively as we move forward together.