Used in biochemical research as a histone deacetylase (HDAC) inhibitor, this compound plays a role in studying epigenetic regulation of gene expression. It helps induce cell cycle arrest, differentiation, and apoptosis in cancer cells, making it valuable in oncology studies. Commonly applied in in vitro assays to explore chromatin remodeling and the effects of acetylation on transcriptional activity. Also utilized in the development of potential anticancer agents due to its ability to modulate HDAC enzyme activity.