| Acronym | Meaning |
| RICM | Reflection Interference Contrast Microscopy |
| UIHRS | Upflow Inclined High-rate Settlers |
| FACM | Friable Asbestos-Containing Material |
| SEMC | Scaled Ensemble Monte Carlo |
| TLCP | Thermotropic Liquid Crystal Polymer |
| ACBM | Asbestos Containing Building Material |
| PVEC | Photovoltaic Energy Conversion |
| CIC | Consumer Information Catalog |
| EMF | Electromagnetic Force |
| NCCLS | National Committee For Clinical Laboratory Standards |