Used as a key intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals, particularly in the development of centrally acting agents. Its rigid bicyclic structure makes it valuable in medicinal chemistry for designing compounds with specific stereochemistry and enhanced binding affinity. Commonly employed in the production of neuroactive drugs, including those targeting neurological and psychiatric disorders. The presence of both a nitrogen heteroatom and a nitrile functional group allows for diverse chemical modifications, enabling the creation of libraries for biological screening. Also utilized in research settings to explore new therapeutic agents affecting neurotransmitter systems.