Used in microbial communication studies, particularly in quorum sensing research, to understand how bacteria coordinate behavior based on population density. It plays a role in regulating gene expression related to biofilm formation, virulence, and antibiotic production. Applied in synthetic biology to engineer microbial systems for controlled production of biomolecules. Also utilized in environmental studies to monitor and manipulate bacterial communities in ecosystems. Its role in signaling pathways makes it valuable for developing strategies to disrupt harmful bacterial activities, such as infections or biofouling.