| Acronym | Meaning |
| FN | Ferrite Number |
| RSE | Relativistic Symmetric Eikonal |
| RDQ | Reduced-dimensionality Quantum (calcn. Method) |
| FORS | Fully Optimized Reaction Space |
| SVET | Scanning Vibrating Electrode Technique |
| SCPT | Self-consistent-perturbation Theory |
| LTPL | Low Temperature Photoluminescence |
| DLVO | Derjaguin, Landau, Verwey, And Overbeek Theory |
| ESIMS | Electrospray Ionization Mass Spectrometry |
| MCD | Magnetic Circular Dichroism |