| Acronym | Meaning |
| WDF | Wigner Distribution Function (in Study Of Quantum Dynamics) |
| ALS | Advanced Light Source |
| PRP | Potentially Responsible Party (Superfund) |
| ADA | Adenosine Deaminase |
| MPR | Magnetic Permeability Resonance |
| JFCA | Japan Fine Ceramics Association |
| FFS | Flame Fluorescence Spectroscopy |
| SFRI | Sludge Filtration Resistance Index |
| HRTEM | High Resolution Transmission Electron Microscopy |
| HLPSA | Hazardous Liquid Pipeline Safety Act |