| Acronym | Meaning |
| NCTR | National Center For Toxicological Research |
| SIMAAC | Simultaneous Multi-element Analysis With A Continuum Source |
| LAS | Linear Alkylbenzene Sulfonates (anionic Surfactants) |
| GTP | Group-transfer Polymerization |
| TETS | Totally Enclosed Treatment Systems |
| NEKIA | National Education Knowledge Industry Association |
| GE-EPMA | Grazing-exit Electron Probe Microanalysis |
| UHF | Ultra-high Frequency |
| HADES | High Activity Disposal Exptl. Site [for Radioactive Waste] |
| DPA | Displacement Per Atom |