| Acronym | Meaning |
| IMGS | Intl. Mammalian Genome Society |
| CASSS | California Separation Science Society |
| FAP | Familial Adenomatous Polyposis |
| GBR | Global Business Research |
| ICPEMC | International Commission On Protection Against Environmental Mutagens And Carcinogens |
| JGI | Joint Genome Institute |
| ATP | Advanced Technology Program |
| AIDS | Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome |
| NFID | National Foundation For Infectious Diseases |
| ASIP | American Society For Investigative Pathologists |