Used as a chiral ligand in asymmetric catalysis, particularly in enantioselective organic transformations. Its rigid structure and ability to coordinate with transition metals like copper or palladium make it effective in promoting stereoselective reactions such as cyclopropanations, aldol additions, and allylic alkylations. The oxazole and phenanthroline moieties enhance metal binding and influence stereochemical outcomes, leading to high enantiomeric excess in the synthesized products. Commonly applied in pharmaceutical and fine chemical synthesis where precise stereochemistry is critical.