| Acronym | Meaning |
| VMD | Vector Meson Dominance |
| SET | Single Electron Transfer |
| LEFM | Linear Elastic Fracture Mechanics |
| PCEM | Point-charge Electrostatic Model |
| UNCED | United Nations Conference On Environment And Development |
| NDPD | National Data Processing Division |
| STEP | Stratosphere Troposphere Exchange Project |
| SBIR | Small Business Innovative Research Program |
| ALN | Adaptive Learning Network |
| ISRI | Institute Od Scrap Recycling Industries |