| Acronym | Meaning |
| PMDL | Practical Method Detection Limit |
| LDFT | Local Density-functional Theory |
| CLC | Cholesteric Liquid Crystal |
| QECISDTQ | Quadratic Size-extensive CISDTQ |
| EAP | Emission Assessment Program |
| QBO | Quasi-biennial Oscillation (atm.) |
| SDF | Stromal Cell-derived Factor |
| FABP | Fatty Acid-binding Protein |
| TOX | Total Organic Halide |
| LLT | Laser Luminescence Tomography |