Annotated acronyms and abbreviations of marine science related international organizations and programs (second edition)

In the 5 years that followed the first edition, many changes occurred in international marine science activities, and the publication was soon out of date. By the time it is published, this second edition will also be partially out of date. The present edition varies from the 1969 compilation by its arrangement. Descriptive entries are grouped into three sections: (1) organizations; (2) programs, projects, and expeditions; and (3) miscellaneous terms. The descriptions often incorporate two or more organizations, projects, or terms, in order to show pertinent relationships. Two indexes are provided: one lists the acronyms and abbreviations in alphabetical order; the other lists full titles in alphabetical order. To make the listing as complete as possible, a few marine science-related international organizations, programs, or other terms have been included, although they do not have acronyms or abbreviations. 1976 NESDIS (National Environmental Satellite, Data, and Information Service) Library Public Domain 2286