| Acronym | Meaning |
| RDPV | Reverse Differential-pulse Voltammetry |
| HPDSC | High-pressure Differential Scanning Calorimetry |
| IPS | Inclined Plate Settler (for Wastewater Treatment) |
| DOA | Dioctyl Adipate |
| CD | Critical Dimension |
| WIC | Washington Information Center |
| MOCVD | Metal Org. Chem. Vapor Deposition |
| XFH | X-ray Fluorescence Holography |
| QFT | Quantum Field Theory |
| NAMAS | National Measurement Accreditation Service (UK) |