| Acronym | Meaning |
| NDP | Neutron Depth Profiling |
| QCR | Quartz Crystal Resonator |
| EHT | Extended Hueckel Theory |
| MAESA | Measurements For Assessing The Effects Of Stratospheric Aircraft |
| SEM | Strategic Environmental Management |
| TEF | Toxicity Equivalency Factor |
| MADE | The Macro-Dispersion Test Site |
| WOHL | Wisconsin Occupational Health Laboratory |
| OIG | Office Of Inspector General |
| NIHHS | Notification Of Installations Handling Hazardous Substances Regulations (UK) |