Widely used in coordination chemistry as a chelating ligand, this compound forms stable complexes with transition metals such as ruthenium, iron, and copper. These metal complexes are employed in catalysis, particularly in redox reactions and photoredox processes. It is also utilized in the development of luminescent materials and sensors due to its ability to enhance emission properties when coordinated to metal ions. In addition, derivatives of this compound are investigated for applications in organic electronics and dye-sensitized solar cells, where they act as components in light-harvesting systems. Its amino groups allow for easy functionalization, making it a versatile building block in the synthesis of more complex molecular architectures for materials science and bioimaging.