Used in peptide synthesis as a building block to create specific peptide sequences, particularly in research and pharmaceutical development. It serves as a dipeptide analog, helping to study peptide interactions and stability. Applied in the development of bioactive peptides and drug delivery systems due to its structural properties. Also utilized in biochemical studies to understand peptide folding and enzyme-substrate interactions. Its role in mimicking natural peptides makes it valuable in designing therapeutic agents and studying metabolic pathways.