Welcome to the very first issue of In-Veda (pron: /ˈveɪ.də/), a space dedicated to exploring the deep wisdom of nature discovered with the power of artificial intelligence. With curiosity as our compass and humility as our guide, we embark on a journey to uncover life’s most profound mysteries. From the intricate chemical rhythms that define existence to the cutting-edge technologies reshaping our understanding, this publication is your window into the discoveries, insights, and questions that inspire us.

Because some stories demand to be shared. First, we are committed to documenting and openly sharing our journey—our breakthroughs, learnings, and challenges. We know that there’s a vibrant community of curious minds who share our passion for nature, chemistry, and innovation. Second, we want to amplify voices and tackle issues that have yet to find their moment. Enveda was born out of a bold, contrarian vision: to decode nature’s chemistry using modern technology for humanity’s benefit. This work is unique, vital, and deeply personal to us, and we are proud to stand at its frontier. Finally, we want to celebrate what fuels us. At heart, we are unapologetic nerds—enamored with science, data, history, and the philosophical questions that underpin it all. This magazine is our outlet, a place to express our passions and invite you into the fold.

This inaugural edition of In-Veda is divided into two parts, each offering a distinct lens on our work and aspirations:

Part 1: Foundations

In this section, we revisit the core theses driving our mission and bet on groundbreaking ideas, including:

• Chemistry: “The Chemical Code: An Opportunity Bigger Than the Genetic Code”
• Nature in Drug Discovery: “Survival of the Fittest: Nature’s Solution to Surviving Clinical Trials”
• AI in Metabolomics: “PRISM: A Foundation Model for Life’s Chemistry”
• Humanity’s Intelligence: “Modern Drug Discovery Using Ethnobotany: A Large-Scale Cross-Cultural Analysis of Traditional Medicine”

Part 2: Learning from Life

Here, we delve into the discoveries and insights shaping our understanding, featuring:

• Using Chemistry to Discover New Biology: “Breaking Barriers: Simultaneous Target and Drug Discovery”
• How Ancient Wisdom Led to a Nobel Prize and Life-Saving Medicine for Malaria in, “Artemisinins, Malaria, and The Quest to Systematize Collaboration between Nature and Scientists (Cures and Nobel Prizes)”
• Curiosity in Action: “Hacking the Unknown,” a team answered a burning question by one of our data scientists with intense curiosity and creativity.

We’re proud of what we’ve accomplished, but we know we’re only scratching the surface. The journey ahead is one of boundless potential, where innovation meets the wisdom of nature to transform lives.

With In-Veda, we invite you to join us on this path. Whether you’re a scientist, an innovator, or simply someone curious about the interplay between nature and technology, this magazine is for you. Together, let’s venture into the unknown, inspired by the limitless possibilities that lie ahead. 

Here’s to discovery, passion, and the shared pursuit of veda.