| Acronym | Meaning |
| CCL | Convective Condensation Level |
| HIMSS | High Resolution Microwave Spectrometer Sounder |
| AOML | Atlantic Ocean Meteorological Laboratory |
| IGAC | International Global Atmospheric Chemistry |
| ARC | Accelerating Rate Calorimetry |
| GCTE | Global Change And Terrestrial Ecosystems |
| NRSC | National Remote Sensing Centre |
| ACWP | Actual Cost Of Work Performed |
| AB | Architect Building |
| PYI | Presidential Young Investigators |