This chemical is primarily utilized in the field of materials science, particularly in the development of coordination polymers and metal-organic frameworks (MOFs). Its structure, featuring multiple pyridine rings and a carboxylic acid group, makes it an effective ligand for binding metal ions, enabling the creation of complex architectures with potential applications in catalysis, gas storage, and separation processes. Additionally, its ability to form stable complexes with transition metals is exploited in the design of supramolecular assemblies and functional materials for optoelectronic devices. The compound’s photophysical properties also make it a candidate for use in light-harvesting systems and sensors.