| Acronym | Meaning |
| UCARNET | University Cooperation For Atmospheric Research Network |
| IRIS | Infrared Interferometer Spectrometer |
| AER | Average Evoked Response |
| PIREP | Pilot Weather Report |
| ANI | Authorized Nuclear Inspector |
| SCS | Soil Conservation Service |
| ICWWP | Interagency Committee For World Weather Programs |
| ITIR | Imaging Thermal Infrared |
| ATAC | Advanced Technology Advisory Committee |
| DAC | Disaster Assistant Center |