| Acronym | Meaning |
| GALE | Genesis Of Atlantic Lows Experiment |
| PAN | Peroxyacyl Nitrates |
| SSM/R | Special Sensor Microwave Radiometer |
| EARN | European Academic Research Network |
| EISCAT | European Incoherent Scatter Radar System |
| SVT | Simulated Variable Thickness |
| BUFR | Binary Universal Form For The Representation Of Meteorological Data |
| XUV | Extreme Ultraviolet |
| RA | Radio Active |
| AIRS | Atmospheric Infrared Sounder |