| Acronym | Meaning |
| INQUA | International Quaternary Research Association Or International Association On Quaternary Research |
| LTV | Ling-Temco-Vaught Inc. |
| TIE | The Institute Of Ecology |
| GSD | Geometric Standard Deviation |
| MISR | Multiangle Imaging Spectroradiometer |
| JPS | Joint Planning Staff |
| MTF | Mississippi Test Facility |
| CAPE | Convection And Precipitation/Electrification Experiment |
| OMO | Orbiting Meteorological Observatory |
| INTERFACE | A Common Boundary Between Software Systems Or Pieces Of Equipment |