Used in pharmaceutical research as a potential antitumor agent, showing activity against certain cancer cell lines. It functions as a kinase inhibitor, interfering with signaling pathways involved in cell proliferation and survival. Also investigated for its role in apoptosis induction in malignant cells. Due to its structure, it serves as a lead compound in the development of novel heterocyclic drugs targeting oncology. Limited to laboratory and preclinical studies; not approved for clinical use.