Used as a chiral catalyst in asymmetric synthesis, particularly in enantioselective carbon-carbon bond-forming reactions. Its rigid oxazoline framework and stereogenic center make it effective for inducing high enantiomeric excess in hydrogenation and cyclization reactions. Commonly applied in pharmaceutical intermediates synthesis where stereochemical control is critical. Also employed in coordination chemistry as a ligand for transition metals like palladium and copper to promote catalytic asymmetric transformations. Shows utility in the development of bioactive molecules due to its ability to direct stereoselective assembly of complex organic structures.