| Acronym | Meaning |
| MARI | Middle Atmosphere Research Initiative |
| IRIS | Infrared Interferometer Spectrometer |
| TECC | Tropospheric Effects Of Cloud Chemistry Program |
| SPEC | Strategic Planning And Evaluation Committee |
| KB | Kilobyte (s) |
| WAS | Whole Air Sampler |
| MAPR | Multi-angle Profiling Radar |
| ACRIM II | Active Cavity Radiometer Irradiance Monitor |
| SCR | Silicon Controlled Rectifier |
| CBASSE | Commission On Behavioral & Social Sciences And Education |