Used as a key intermediate in organic synthesis, particularly in the preparation of bioactive molecules and pharmaceuticals. Its silyl-protected alkyne group allows for selective cross-coupling reactions, such as Sonogashira coupling, enabling the construction of complex molecular frameworks. The hydroxyl group provides a handle for further functionalization, making it valuable in the development of synthetic routes for drug candidates and functional materials. Commonly employed in research settings for the synthesis of cyclopentane-based analogs in medicinal chemistry.