Founder & Director, ITECCS
Applied Mathematician · Engineering Scientist · STEM Professor
Dr. Ahmed Kaffel builds advanced scientific, educational, and computational ecosystems that unite applied mathematics, engineering, AI, and high-performance computing to solve real-world problems and accelerate global innovation.
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“I founded ITECCS to build a modern, inclusive, and impactful ecosystem where advanced research, engineering, AI, and STEM education move together — turning knowledge into measurable real-world impact.”
Multiscale modeling, high-performance scientific computing (HPC), CFD for Newtonian and complex fluids, thin swelling porous media, inverse problems, biomedical imaging, optimization, and AI/ML for scientific discovery and advanced engineering systems.
Extensive teaching across differential equations, linear algebra, numerical analysis, scientific computing, computational engineering, data science and machine learning, finite mathematics, precalculus and calculus — with hands-on, software-based learning and modern STEM pathways for learners from all backgrounds.
Advanced simulation, digital twins, and modeling tools for aerospace, civil, mechanical, biomedical, and energy systems using FEM, DG, FVM, ENO/WENO, spectral methods, multiphase and porous-media modeling, and R&D advisory for industry and government partners.
Expanding ITECCS into a global innovation hub collaborating with NASA, NSF, NIH, DOE, DoD, national labs, universities, and startups to address mission-critical challenges in science, engineering, medicine, climate, and advanced technology systems.
Innovation must be accessible; education must connect theory, computation, and application; research must create measurable societal impact; STEM should empower learners globally; and AI plus modeling are foundational for the future of science, engineering, and medicine.
Dr. Kaffel welcomes collaboration with universities, research labs, industry partners, government agencies, and startups interested in advancing STEM education, applied research, and high-impact scientific and engineering innovation.
Dr. Ahmed Kaffel is the Founder & Director of ITECCS, a leading multidisciplinary organization driving innovation across education technology, advanced research, engineering consulting, and workforce development. An Applied Mathematician, Engineering Scientist, and STEM Professor, he bridges rigorous mathematical theory, high-performance scientific computing, deep learning, and engineering physics to address complex challenges in science, engineering, medicine, and emerging technologies.
He earned his Ph.D. and M.S. in Mathematics from Virginia Tech and an M.S. in Engineering from the Tunisia Polytechnic School. Dr. Kaffel has served as a Research Associate Scientist at Brown University and the University of Maryland, where he contributed to groundbreaking work in computational fluid dynamics, porous media, turbulence, inverse problems, scientific computing, biomedical modeling, and multiscale simulation. He has also held academic appointments at Prince Sultan University, Marquette University, and the University of Wisconsin–Milwaukee, teaching and mentoring hundreds of students across mathematics, data science, scientific computing, and engineering.
His research has been recognized through invited talks, international conference presentations, competitive research contributions, and scholarly publications in leading journals and peer-reviewed venues.
Dr. Kaffel’s scientific work focuses on the development of novel numerical methods and multiscale mathematical models that capture the physics of complex systems.
Dr. Kaffel has taught an extensive range of STEM courses, including Differential Equations (ODE & PDE), Numerical Analysis & Scientific Computing, Linear Algebra & Matrix Theory, Applied & Computational Mathematics, Data Science & Machine Learning, Computational Engineering & Modeling, Finite Mathematics, Precalculus, and Calculus.
His educational philosophy emphasizes practical, application-driven STEM learning, the integration of AI, computation, and engineering simulation, and real-world projects using tools such as MATLAB, COMSOL, ANSYS, OpenFOAM, TensorFlow, and PyTorch. He is committed to equitable and accessible STEM pathways for learners from all backgrounds and has mentored numerous students who have progressed into graduate programs, research labs, and engineering careers in academia and industry.
Under Dr. Kaffel’s leadership, ITECCS operates at the convergence of education technology, applied and advanced research, engineering and scientific consulting, and workforce development. ITECCS empowers learners, educators, institutions, and companies with future-ready skills, tools, and support.
ITECCS develops tailored curricula, hands-on workshops, bootcamps, certificate programs, and custom training across applied mathematics, AI/ML, data science, computational engineering, quantum computing, renewable energy, and more. It partners with colleges, universities, schools, workforce programs, and organizations to design curricula, mentoring pathways, stackable credentials, academic support, and career-aligned programs.
ITECCS leads cutting-edge, interdisciplinary research that bridges science, technology, and real-world application. It collaborates with academic institutions, industry leaders, research labs, and government agencies to develop practical solutions in AI, high-performance computing, advanced simulation, and engineering.
The Innovative Advanced Research Computing Center at ITECCS acts as a collaborative hub for applied mathematics, engineering, and computational science. It unites multidisciplinary teams to address complex challenges in numerical algorithms and linear algebra, deep learning and inverse problems, optimization and PDEs, fluid dynamics and porous media, scientific computing, neural networks, AI, and quantum computing. The center fosters collaboration between academia and industry, provides shared computing resources and training programs, and engages students, faculty, and partners to produce peer-reviewed research aligned with DoD, NSF, NIH, and DOE priorities.
ITECCS offers advanced simulation and modeling tools, technical consulting, and custom R&D services, including digital twins and high-fidelity engineering simulations. Its expertise spans fluid dynamics, porous media, multiscale modeling, stability analysis, AI/ML, optimization, and data-driven engineering solutions.
Through specialized technical training, custom academic and professional programs, and industry-aligned certificates, ITECCS supports upskilling, reskilling, and continuous learning for individuals, teams, and organizations seeking to stay competitive in an evolving job market.
Dr. Kaffel is expanding ITECCS into a world-leading innovation hub with partnerships across NASA, NSF, NIH, DOE, DoD, national laboratories, universities, startups, and international research centers. His 10-year vision is to build a globally recognized ecosystem that advances discovery, transforms STEM education, develops world-class simulation technologies, and prepares the next generation of engineers, scientists, and innovators.
He is committed to expanding access to high-quality STEM education and creating equitable pathways for learners from all backgrounds. His work connects research communities across North America, Europe, Africa, and the Middle East, supporting global collaboration and talent development.
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