| Acronym | Meaning |
| GPRA | Government Performance And Results Act |
| ASP | Advanced Study Program |
| JSC | Joint Scientific Committee |
| DPMI | DOS Protected Mode Interface |
| DBX | Debugger For UNIX |
| MODCOMP | A Machine Manufactured By Modular Computer Systems Inc. |
| LBJSC | Lydon B Johnson Space Center |
| NEXAIR | Next Generation Upper Air System |
| BASC | Board On Atmospheric Sciences And Climate |
| IEA | International Energy Agency |