The text describes the DGSM (Deutsche Gesellschaft für Schlafforschung und Schlafmedizin), a society for sleep research and sleep medicine in Germany. The society focuses on various aspects of sleep and offers information, certification, quality assurance, networking opportunities, and support for professionals in the field. It organizes annual conferences, promotes scientific studies and awards prizes to young researchers. The website also provides details about membership, history of the society, former chairpersons, honorary members, and past recipients of awards.