| Acronym | Meaning |
| FODDAS | Four-Dimensional Data Assimilation Study |
| NSDL | National Science Digital Library |
| SWEAT | Severe Weather Threat |
| IMC | International Meteorological Center |
| PHS | Public Health Service |
| LAGEOS | Laser Geodynamics Satellite |
| ALERT | Automated Local Evaluation In Real Time |
| BBS | Bulletin Board System |
| IR-RAD | Infrared Radiometer |
| DTC | Office Of Defense Trade Controls |