| Acronym | Meaning |
| ATMOS | Atmospheric Trace Molecule Spectroscopy |
| TEQ | Toxicity Equivalent |
| AIDS | Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome |
| MFE | Modulated Free Electron Orbital Method |
| SXRFM | Synchrotron X-ray-fluorescence Microprobe |
| STP | Standard Temperature And Pressure |
| MGE | Mobile Genetic Element |
| IMAC | Immobilized Metal Ion Affinity Chromatography |
| TRAP | Tartrate-resistant Acid Phosphatase |
| IME | Interdigitated Microsensor Electrode |