Used in pharmaceutical research as a potent inhibitor of kinases involved in inflammatory pathways, particularly targeting enzymes associated with autoimmune diseases and certain cancers. Shows promising activity in modulating cell signaling pathways, making it a candidate for development in anti-inflammatory and antitumor agents. Also employed in structure-activity relationship (SAR) studies to optimize potency and selectivity in drug design. Its heterocyclic core enhances binding affinity, supporting its use in developing small-molecule therapeutics with improved metabolic stability.