| Acronym | Meaning |
| GMSA | Global Multivariate Statistical Analysis |
| TSM | Theoretical Studies And Modeling |
| ERICA | Experiment On Rapidly Intensifying Cyclones And Anticyclones |
| WAN | Wide Area Network |
| CCTF | Cylindrical Core Test Facility |
| FWHM | Full Width |
| DTF | Data Test Facility |
| UCAR | University Corporation For Atmospheric Research |
| NTCC | Nimbus Technical Control Center |
| LAMPS | Limited-Area Mesoscale Prediction System |