The American Thoracic Society (ATS) is dedicated to improving health worldwide by advancing research, clinical care, and public health in respiratory disease, critical illness, and sleep disorders.  Through its three peer-reviewed journals – the American Journal of Respiratory and Critical Care Medicine (AJRCCM), the American Journal of Respiratory Cell and Molecular Biology (AJRCMB), and the Annals of the American Thoracic Society (AnnalsATS) – the ATS supports the dissemination of groundbreaking research, clinical reviews, workshop reports, and statements and guidelines relevant to adult and pediatric pulmonology, critical care, and sleep medicine.