| Acronym | Meaning |
| GBS | Generalized Bohr-Sommerfeld (quantization Method) |
| CIOSA | Classical Infinite-order Sudden Approxn. |
| IMOA | Iterative Maximum Overlap Approximation |
| VIMOX | Volume Identical Metal Oxidation |
| SPA | Scintillation-proximity Assay |
| MCCHF | Multiconfiguration Coupled Hartree-Fock |
| CISTI | Canadian Institute For Scientific And Technical Information |
| WBEPM | Weakest Bound Electron Potential Model (theory In Calcns. Of Ionization Potentials) |
| HAADF | High-angle Annular Dark-field |
| PMDA | Pyromellitic Dianhydride |