| Acronym | Meaning |
| EMI | Electromagnetic Interference |
| NICS | Nucleus-independent Chemical Shifts |
| LRMA | Laser Raman Microanalysis |
| IMFP | Inelastic Mean Free Paths |
| EQCIS | Electrochemical Quartz Crystal Impedance System |
| CREG | Cross-reactive Group |
| SHED | Sealed Housing For Evaporative Detn. |
| AIM | Atoms In Molecules Method |
| HNLC | High-nutrient Low-chlorophyll |
| ASB | Aerobic Stabilization Basin |