| Acronym | Meaning |
| SOCI | Society Of Chemical Industry |
| AIPM | Analytic Independent-particle Model (in Electron-scattering) |
| LOF | Lack Of Fit |
| LPMA | Laser-probe Microanalysis |
| GIAXRD | Grazing Incidence Angle X-ray Diffraction |
| CATSAT | Cooperative Astrophysics And Technology Satellite |
| MOSES | Modular Sensor System |
| NICE | Neutral Interstellar Composition Experiment |
| CNPPA | Commission On National Parks And Protected Areas |
| BHRA | British Hydromechanics Research Association |