| Acronym | Meaning |
| BATGE | Biosphere-Atmosphere Trace Gas Exchange In The Tropics |
| CCP | Clouds In Climate Program |
| CALCOMP | California Computer Products |
| PNR | Profiler Network Review |
| MASER | Microwave Amplification By Stimulated Emission Of Radiation |
| OSD | Office Of Systems Development |
| BITNET | Because It's Time Network |
| ICSI | International Commission On Snow And Ice |
| ASHAA | Asbestos In Schools Hazard Abatement Act |
| GRASP | Graphic Animation System For Professionals |