Used in the development of kinase inhibitors for targeted cancer therapies, particularly in modulating signaling pathways involved in tumor growth and proliferation. Its structure supports binding to specific enzyme active sites, making it valuable in the design of small-molecule pharmaceuticals. It has also been explored in anti-inflammatory research due to its ability to influence cellular responses linked to chronic inflammation. Additionally, it serves as a key intermediate in synthesizing bioactive compounds with improved metabolic stability and selectivity.