| Acronym | Meaning |
| AGL | Above Ground Level |
| MQC | Multiple-quantum Coherence |
| CEDI | Continuous Electrodeionization |
| SHS | Self-propagating High-temperature Synthesis |
| NRCC | National Research Council Of Canada |
| EFPD | Effective Full Power Day |
| ASHRAE | American Society Of Heating |
| CDMO | Composite Dimensional Manganese Oxide |
| IMA | International Mineralogical Association |
| WWPLOT | Whisker Wall Porous Layer Open Tubular Column |