| Acronym | Meaning |
| JMA | Japan Meteorological Agency |
| NCGIA | National Center For Geographic Information And Analysis |
| ATV | Ariane Transfer Vehicle |
| IRI | International Research Institute For Climate Prediction |
| GRASP | Graphic Animation System For Professionals |
| AFOSR | Air Force Office Of Scientific Research |
| NEXUS | Next Upper Air Sounder (system) |
| MLS | Microwave Limb Sounder |
| JOC | Joint Organizing Committee |
| DISA | Defense Information Systems Agency |