Used in organic synthesis as an intermediate for pharmaceuticals and fine chemicals. Acts as a building block in the preparation of bioactive molecules due to the presence of conjugated double bond and amide functionality. Employed in Michael addition reactions and cycloadditions to construct complex heterocyclic frameworks. Also explored in the development of potential inhibitors for enzyme activity in medicinal chemistry research. Its aromatic and unsaturated structure makes it suitable for use in polymer chemistry and materials science applications where conjugation and rigidity are desired.