| Acronym | Meaning |
| ISQL | Interactive Standard Query Language |
| PFGE | Pulsed-field Gel Electrophresis |
| ACEDB | A C. Elegans Database |
| NIGMS | Natl. Institute Of General Medical Sciences |
| BTP | Biotechnology Training Programs |
| ES | Embryonic Stem |
| ASB | American Society For Biotechnology |
| AES | American Electrophoresis Society |
| CONTIG | Consortium Of Teachers In Genetics |
| ORNL | Oak Ridge National Laboratory |