| Acronym | Meaning |
| VLTI | Very Large Telescope Interferometer |
| RPA | RNase Protection Assay |
| SIEC | Spherical Inertial Electrostatic Confinement |
| CICIS | Chemicals In Commerce Information System |
| UNCED | United Nations Conference On Environment And Development |
| HLR | Hydraulic Loading Rate |
| ISS | Intermediate Solid Solution |
| HWRA | Hazardous Waste Reduction Act |
| NVH | Noise, Vibration, And Harshness |
| LOD | Loss On Drying |