Used in pharmaceutical research as a key intermediate in the synthesis of kinase inhibitors, particularly those targeting tyrosine kinases involved in cancer cell proliferation. Shows potential in developing treatments for solid tumors and hematological malignancies due to its ability to modulate signaling pathways. Also employed in structure-activity relationship (SAR) studies to optimize drug candidates for improved potency and selectivity. Its scaffold is valuable in medicinal chemistry for designing novel therapeutics with enhanced blood-brain barrier penetration.