Used primarily in research settings as a potent and selective inhibitor of c-Met kinase, an enzyme involved in cell signaling pathways associated with tumor growth and metastasis. It demonstrates strong anti-proliferative effects in cancer cell lines that depend on c-Met signaling, making it a valuable tool compound for studying oncogenic processes and evaluating therapeutic strategies targeting receptor tyrosine kinases. Its high selectivity and blood-brain barrier permeability also support its use in models of central nervous system cancers, aiding in the development of brain-penetrant kinase inhibitors.