| Acronym | Meaning |
| RMAPS | Receptor Model Applied To Patterns In Space |
| G2 | Gaussian-two (an Ab Initio Mo Theory For Mol. Energies Calcn.) |
| WIMP | Weakly Interacting Massive Particles |
| INP | Initial Notification Plan |
| CSD | Chemical Solution Deposition |
| UNIDO | United Nations Industrial Development Organization |
| DXA | Dual-energy X-ray Absorptiometry |
| IAP | Inhibitor Of Apoptosis |
| SLMO | Symmetry-adapted Semilocalized Molecular Orbital |
| MSW | Municipal Solid Waste |