| Acronym | Meaning |
| NMMAPS II | The National Morbidity |
| CXMS | Conversion X-ray Mossbauer Spectroscopy |
| ECIST | Estimated Chronic In Stream Toxicity |
| DNDI | Drugs For Neglected Diseases Initiative |
| EPR | Electron Paramagnetic Resonance |
| COMP | Cartilage Oligomeric Matrix Protein |
| COED | Computer Optimized Experimental Design |
| DUT | Device Under Test |
| LPED | Low-pressure Electric Discharge |
| THDM | Translucent Humic Degradation Matter |