Used as a research tool in toxicology and environmental science to study the effects of cyanotoxins on liver function and cellular processes. It inhibits protein phosphatases 1 and 2A, making it valuable in cell biology for investigating signal transduction pathways, cell cycle regulation, and apoptosis. Also employed in water quality studies to assess risks associated with harmful algal blooms in drinking water sources. Due to its high toxicity, it is not used in industrial or commercial applications outside of controlled laboratory settings.