A world reference Center in research, diagnosis and treatment, the Sleep Institute, from AFIP, Associação Fundo de Incentivo à Pesquisa, is a pioneer in Brazil. Since its foundation in 1992, conducts multidisciplinary research, to better identify and treat the sleep disorders that affect the population. The history of sleep studies in AFIP, however, began in the 70s with the publication of the doctoral thesis of Professor Sergio Tufik, president of the institution. The research progressed, the team grew, and today the Sleep Institute has one of the largest and most diverse groups of researchers around the world. IS NUMBERS Capacity to perform 100 polysomnographies per day More than 100 employees among technicians, analysts and physicians 10 specialized ambulatories for teaching and research Over 1900 students already trained