Used in research to inhibit glycerol-3-phosphate acyltransferase (GPAT), an enzyme involved in lipid biosynthesis. Helps study metabolic pathways related to triglyceride formation and fatty acid metabolism. Investigated for potential roles in treating metabolic disorders such as obesity, insulin resistance, and non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD). Serves as a tool compound in cellular and biochemical assays to understand lipid regulation and energy homeostasis.