Used as an intermediate in the synthesis of pharmaceutical compounds, particularly in the development of kinase inhibitors and other bioactive molecules targeting cancer and inflammatory diseases. Its structure allows for selective functionalization, making it valuable in medicinal chemistry for building complex heterocyclic systems. Commonly employed in cross-coupling reactions to introduce the dihydro-naphthyridine scaffold into drug candidates. Also utilized in research settings for designing novel therapeutic agents with improved potency and selectivity.