Used in research settings as a potent and selective inhibitor of protein kinase C (PKC) isoforms, particularly PKCβ. It is utilized to study signal transduction pathways involved in cellular proliferation, inflammation, and apoptosis. Due to its selectivity, it serves as a tool compound in investigating the role of PKC in diabetic complications, cancer progression, and cardiovascular diseases. It has also been explored in preclinical models for its potential to modulate immune responses and improve outcomes in conditions involving vascular dysfunction.