| Acronym | Meaning |
| NLS | Nonlinear Schroedinger Equation |
| SCISAS | Size Classifying Isokinetic Sequential Aerosol Sampler |
| DQC | Decagonal Quasicrystal |
| ICCA | International Council Of Chemical Associations |
| OCT | Optical Coherence Tomography |
| CMP | Cytidine 5'-monophosphate |
| VIP | Vasoactive Intestinal Peptide |
| CEIP | Coastal Energy Impact Program |
| PERALS | Photon-Electron Rejecting Alpha Liquid Scintillation |
| LAEC | Lowest Achievable Emission Rate |