| Acronym | Meaning |
| DASC | Division Of Advanced Scientific Computing |
| DODS | Distributed Ocean Data System |
| NDC | National Data Center |
| D&F | Determination And Findings |
| QG | Quasi-Geostrophic Analysis |
| DED | Data Element Directory |
| IRICP | International Research Center For Climate Prediction |
| FO | Orbital Frequency |
| GKS | Graphic Kernal System |
| TRMM | Tropical Rainfall Measuring Mission |