Used in biochemical research as an intermediate in the synthesis of polyamine analogs, which are studied for their role in cell growth and proliferation. It serves as a building block in the development of compounds targeting neurological receptors due to its structural similarity to certain neurotransmitters. Also employed in the preparation of fluorescent probes for detecting enzyme activity, particularly in assays involving amidases and proteases. Its amide and amine functional groups allow for easy modification in medicinal chemistry campaigns aimed at drug discovery.