Used in pharmaceutical research as a potent inhibitor of kinase enzymes, particularly in studies targeting cancer cell proliferation. Shows promise in disrupting signaling pathways involved in tumor growth, especially in melanoma and other solid tumors. Also investigated for its anti-angiogenic properties, helping to prevent the formation of blood vessels that support tumor development. Its structure allows for high selectivity in binding to specific protein targets, making it a valuable scaffold in the design of new targeted therapies.