| Acronym | Meaning |
| DXRD | Dynamic X-ray Diffraction |
| QELS | Quasi-Elastic Light Scattering |
| HTPB | Hydroxy-terminated Polybutadiene |
| EROS | Electric Resonance Optothermal Spectrometer |
| CTZ | Coastal Transition Zone |
| MARDIGRAS | Matrix Analysis Of Relaxation For DIscerning The Geometry Of An Aqueous Structure |
| MLTCS | Mesosphere-lower Thermosphere Coupling Study |
| NOEL | No Observable Effect Level (in Animal Tests) |
| SICIMS | Selective Ion Chemical Ionization Mass Spectrometry |
| NSR | New Source Review |