Used in biochemical research to study glycosidase enzymes, aiding in understanding carbohydrate metabolism and enzyme mechanisms. It serves as a substrate in enzymatic assays to investigate galactosidase activity, providing insights into enzyme kinetics and substrate specificity. Applied in glycobiology to synthesize complex carbohydrates and glycoconjugates, facilitating the development of glycoprotein-based therapeutics. Also utilized in the preparation of glycosylated compounds for drug discovery, particularly in designing inhibitors for glycosidase-related diseases. Its role in probing glycosylation pathways makes it valuable in studying cellular processes and disease mechanisms.