Used in research to study inflammatory pathways and lipid signaling, methyl arachidonate serves as a stable analog of arachidonic acid. It helps modulate the production of eicosanoids, which are key mediators in inflammation, immune responses, and vascular function. Commonly applied in cell culture studies to investigate the role of fatty acid metabolism, it is also utilized in the development and testing of anti-inflammatory drugs. Its esterified form enhances cellular uptake and stability compared to free arachidonic acid, making it valuable in biochemical assays and metabolic tracing experiments.