Abbreviations and acronyms

The first time you use an abbreviation or acronym, explain it in full with the acronym following in parentheses. Then refer to it by capitalised initials.

For example:


‘You may need to pay an article processing charge (APC). The APC for this article is…’

Do not use full stops in abbreviations: APC not A.P.C.

Do not shorten days of the week or months of the year. Write them out in full.