This peptide is primarily utilized in biochemical research to study immune cell activation and chemotaxis. It acts as a potent chemoattractant, mimicking bacterial peptides, and is used to investigate the behavior of neutrophils and other immune cells in response to infection or inflammation. Researchers employ it to understand signaling pathways involved in immune responses, particularly those mediated by formyl peptide receptors (FPRs). Additionally, it serves as a tool in drug discovery to screen and develop anti-inflammatory or immunomodulatory compounds targeting FPRs. Its application extends to studying the role of formyl peptides in diseases like sepsis, arthritis, and chronic inflammatory conditions.