| Acronym | Meaning |
| XSW | X-ray Standing Wave |
| PFU | Plaque-forming Units |
| EO | Equivalent Orbital |
| USB | Universal Serial Bus |
| TSG | Tumor Suppressor Gene |
| TISAB | Total Ionic Strength Adjustment Buffer (for Fluoride) |
| HEPA | High-efficiency Particulate Air Filter |
| ATLAS | Atmospheric Laboratory For Applications And Science |
| CERES | Coalition For Economically Responsible Economies |
| SAFARI | Southern African Regional Science Initiative |