Used in pharmaceutical research as a key intermediate in the synthesis of complex bioactive molecules, particularly in the development of central nervous system agents. Its rigid polycyclic structure with multiple stereocenters makes it valuable for designing drugs targeting neurological disorders. The compound’s lactam functionality supports binding interactions in enzyme inhibition studies, especially in protease and kinase inhibitor scaffolds. Also explored in medicinal chemistry for optimizing pharmacokinetic properties due to its balanced lipophilicity and hydrogen bonding capacity.